Crosby High School is a public high school in Crosby, a community in unincorporated Harris County, Texas. Approximately 1,600 students are enrolled in grades 9 through 12. Crosby High School is located off FM 2100, approximately 35 miles northeast of Downtown Houston. It serves the Crosby Independent School District.
Serving 2,050 students in grades 9-12, Crosby High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,050 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crosby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crosby High School's student population of 2,050 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,050 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Crosby High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crosby High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3314 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crosby High School's ranking?
Crosby High School is ranked #3314 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crosby High School?
The graduation rate of Crosby High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Crosby High School?
2,050 students attend Crosby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Crosby High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crosby High School?
Crosby High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crosby High School offer ?
Crosby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crosby High School part of?
Crosby High School is part of Crosby Independent School District.
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