Willowridge High School is a public high school in Houston, Texas, United States and part of the Fort Bend Independent School District. Willowridge serves grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,242 students in grades 9-12, Willowridge 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willowridge High School serves the eastern part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area being about 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willowridge High School's student population of 1,242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Willowridge 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 Willowridge High School is 0.53, 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
#7690 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. 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
83%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willowridge High School's ranking?
Willowridge High School is ranked #7690 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willowridge High School?
The graduation rate of Willowridge High School is 83%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Willowridge High School?
1,242 students attend Willowridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Willowridge High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willowridge High School?
Willowridge High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willowridge High School offer ?
Willowridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Willowridge High School part of?
Willowridge High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Willowridge High School located?
Willowridge High School is located in the Fort Bend Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Fort Bend Houston.
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