Serving 811 students in grades 9-12, Washington B T 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 811 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington B T H S serves the north part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Most students typically drive about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington B T High School's student population of 811 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
811 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1893
School Rankings
Washington B T 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 Washington B T High School is 0.52, 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
#7788 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
46%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
81%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Golden Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington B T High School's ranking?
Washington B T High School is ranked #7788 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Washington B T High School often compared to?
Washington B T 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington B T High School?
The graduation rate of Washington B T High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Washington B T High School?
811 students attend Washington B T High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington B T High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington B T High School?
Washington B T High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington B T High School offer ?
Washington B T High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington B T High School part of?
Washington B T High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington B T High School located?
Washington B T High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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