Serving 1,965 students in grades 9-12, Wisdom 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 1,965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 64% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LEE High School serves the west part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wisdom High School's student population of 1,965 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,965 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wisdom 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 Wisdom High School is 0.50, 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
#7967 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
64%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
General Officer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wisdom High School's ranking?
Wisdom High School is ranked #7967 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wisdom High School often compared to?
Wisdom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Public Schools College &career Prep Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wisdom High School?
The graduation rate of Wisdom High School is 64%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Wisdom High School?
1,965 students attend Wisdom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wisdom High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wisdom High School?
Wisdom High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wisdom High School offer ?
Wisdom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wisdom High School part of?
Wisdom High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Wisdom High School located?
Wisdom High School is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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