William B. Travis High School, known simply as Travis High School, is a public high school in Pecan Grove, Fort Bend County, Texas, United States.
Serving 3,114 students in grades 9-12, William B Travis High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: William B Travis High School serves the northwest part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William B Travis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
William B Travis High School's student population of 3,114 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 166 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
166 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire•Equip•Imagine
School Rankings
William B Travis 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 William B Travis High School is 0.77, 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
#1595 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
29%
6%
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
29%
13%
White
18%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William B Travis High School's ranking?
William B Travis High School is ranked #1595 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are William B Travis High School often compared to?
William B Travis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephen F Austin High School, Foster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of William B Travis High School?
The graduation rate of William B Travis High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend William B Travis High School?
3,114 students attend William B Travis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of William B Travis High School students are Asian, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William B Travis High School?
William B Travis High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does William B Travis High School offer ?
William B Travis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is William B Travis High School part of?
William B Travis High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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