For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 8,455 students in Pasadena, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Pasadena, TX are Pasadena Memorial High School, Sam Rayburn High School and Pasadena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pasadena, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Pasadena have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Pasadena, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pasadena Memorial High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Pasadena, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pasadena Memorial High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4410 Crenshaw
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 740-0390
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 740-0390
Gr: 9-12 | 3,177 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Sam Rayburn High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2121 Cherrybrook Ln
Pasadena, TX 77502
(713) 740-0330
Pasadena, TX 77502
(713) 740-0330
Gr: 9-12 | 2,627 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Pasadena High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
206 S Shaver
Pasadena, TX 77506
(713) 740-0310
Pasadena, TX 77506
(713) 740-0310
Gr: 9-12 | 2,217 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Tegeler Community School
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Burke Rd
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 740-0410
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 740-0410
Gr: 9-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Richard Milburn Academy Pasadena
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 Southmore Ave
Pasadena, TX 77506
(832) 730-4570
Pasadena, TX 77506
(832) 730-4570
Gr: 9-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
The Summit (High School)
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1838 E Sam Houston Pkwy S
Pasadena, TX 77503
(713) 740-0290
Pasadena, TX 77503
(713) 740-0290
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Pasadena, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Pasadena, TX include Pasadena Memorial High School, Sam Rayburn High School and Pasadena High School.
How many public high schools are located in Pasadena?
6 public high schools are located in Pasadena.
What is the racial composition of students in Pasadena?
Pasadena public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Pasadena are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Pasadena include: Pasadena High School vs. Pasadena Memorial High School, Pasadena Memorial High School vs. Pasadena High School, Sam Rayburn High School vs. Pasadena Memorial High School
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