South Houston High School is a public high school located in South Houston, Texas in the United States. The school is a part of the Pasadena Independent School District.
Serving 2,214 students in grades 9-12, South Houston High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 2,214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Houston High School's student population of 2,214 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 148 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
148 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Rankings
South Houston 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 South Houston High School is 0.23, 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
#5632 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hector The Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Houston High School's ranking?
South Houston High School is ranked #5632 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are South Houston High School often compared to?
South Houston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pasadena Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Houston High School?
The graduation rate of South Houston High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Houston High School?
2,214 students attend South Houston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Houston High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Houston High School?
South Houston High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Houston High School offer ?
South Houston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Houston High School part of?
South Houston High School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
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