Serving 2,521 students in grades 9-12, Heights 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heights High School's student population of 2,521 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Bulldog
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Heights High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heights High School is 0.44, 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
#4900 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
73%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heights High School's ranking?
Heights High School is ranked #4900 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Heights High School often compared to?
Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamar High School, Waltrip High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Heights High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Heights High School?
2,521 students attend Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Heights High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heights High School?
Heights High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heights High School offer ?
Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heights High School part of?
Heights High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Heights High School located?
Heights High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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