Serving 2,447 students in grades 9-12, Heights High School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heights High School's student population of 2,447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heights High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heights High School is 0.43, 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
#2992 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heights High School's ranking?
Heights High School is ranked #2992 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Heights High School often compared to?
Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Heights High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Heights High School?
2,447 students attend Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Heights High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heights High School?
Heights High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heights High School offer ?
Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heights High School part of?
Heights High School is part of Houston ISD School District.
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