Northbrook High School is a high School in Spring Branch, Houston, Texas. Northbrook is located inside Beltway 8 and outside the 610 Loop in western Houston. The school is one of four zoned high schools that are part of the Spring Branch Independent School District.
Serving 2,598 students in grades 9-12, Northbrook High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northbrook High School's student population of 2,598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Northbrook High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northbrook High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7435 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Ragin' Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northbrook High School's ranking?
Northbrook High School is ranked #7435 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northbrook High School often compared to?
Northbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Woods High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Northbrook High School is 78%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northbrook High School?
2,598 students attend Northbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northbrook High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northbrook High School?
Northbrook High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northbrook High School offer ?
Northbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northbrook High School part of?
Northbrook High School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Northbrook High School located?
Northbrook High School is located in the Spring Branch North neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Spring Branch North.
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