Stephen Pool Waltrip High School is a public high school located at 1900 West 34th Street in Houston, Texas, United States. It serves grades 9 through 12 and is a part of the Houston Independent School District.
Serving 1,615 students in grades 9-12, Waltrip 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waltrip High School serves the northwest part of Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waltrip High School's student population of 1,615 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Waltrip High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waltrip High School is 0.34, 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
#7562 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Grey
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waltrip High School's ranking?
Waltrip High School is ranked #7562 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Waltrip High School often compared to?
Waltrip High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waltrip High School?
The graduation rate of Waltrip High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Waltrip High School?
1,615 students attend Waltrip High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Waltrip High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waltrip High School?
Waltrip High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waltrip High School offer ?
Waltrip High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waltrip High School part of?
Waltrip High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Waltrip High School located?
Waltrip High School is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Hi my name is Byron I see some of my friends are there so I want to join to the school I like soccer, and not to much music but I will be interested to be there and thanks for reading this have I nice dayBy Byron Tolcha
2 10/10/2025
I am the Director of Bands for Waltrip High School. I am also an alum, graduating in 1995. Our Waltrip High has a great tradition of excellence. Although we do have a magnet program attached to our campus, we are a true comprehensive high school. Based on the data listed above, we have seen a drastic improvement over the last three years. We are adding more and more rigor to our academics through our AP Capstone program. We have a growing Montessori program, a new 3DE program and outstanding STEM magnet. We have an array of athletics available to all students. Of course, our fine arts programs, in many ways, are second to none in the Houston ISD. Speaking directly about the band program, we were named a top 5 Title I music program in the country in 2018. We have been invited to numerous federal, state and local special events. Our award-winning band program has also performed at the events for the NFL Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four and 2013 Presidential Inauguration Celebration in Washington, D.C. Waltrip High School in its urban setting has a family feel to it. My own kids attend and are thriving in this community, just as I did. Can't Hide that Ram Pride!! #theWaltripWay
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