Serving 1,058 students in grades 9-12, Northside 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davis High School serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside High School's student population of 1,058 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,058 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside High School is 0.29, 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
#7746 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Purple
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside High School's ranking?
Northside High School is ranked #7746 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside High School?
The graduation rate of Northside High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Northside High School?
1,058 students attend Northside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northside High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside High School?
Northside High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside High School offer ?
Northside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northside High School part of?
Northside High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside High School located?
Northside High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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