James E. Taylor High School is a public high school in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, in the Greater Katy area. The campus is located within the Nottingham Country subdivision, but is not within the Katy city limits. The school serves grades 9 through 12, and is part of Katy Independent School District.
Serving 3,384 students in grades 9-12, Taylor High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Taylor High School's student population of 3,384 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 209 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
209 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taylor High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylor High School is 0.72, 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
#1020 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
37%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colonel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor High School's ranking?
Taylor High School is ranked #1020 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Taylor High School often compared to?
Taylor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cinco Ranch High School, Seven Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylor High School?
The graduation rate of Taylor High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Taylor High School?
3,384 students attend Taylor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Taylor High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor High School?
Taylor High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taylor High School offer ?
Taylor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Taylor High School part of?
Taylor High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Taylor High School located?
Taylor High School is located in the Nottingham Country neighborhood of Katy, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Nottingham Country.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I currently live in Colorado . We will be moving to Texas, Katy area. I would like my Children to attend Taylor High School. Could you please tell me the zip codes I should be looking in to purchase a home so our Children can go to Taylor High School.
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