Serving 3,130 students in grades 9-12, Paetow 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paetow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Paetow High School's student population of 3,130 students has grown by 124% over five school years.
The teacher population of 173 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
173 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paetow 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 Paetow High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#5411 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paetow High School's ranking?
Paetow High School is ranked #5411 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Paetow High School often compared to?
Paetow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paetow High School?
The graduation rate of Paetow High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paetow High School?
3,130 students attend Paetow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Paetow High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paetow High School?
Paetow High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paetow High School offer ?
Paetow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paetow High School part of?
Paetow High School is part of Katy ISD School District.
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