Klein Forest High School is a public senior high school in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, near Houston. It is a part of the Klein Independent School District. It was the second high school built in Klein ISD.
Serving 3,453 students in grades 9-12, Klein Forest 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Klein Forest High School's student population of 3,453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 244 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
244 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
In Klein ISD, Every Student Enters With A Promise & Exits With A Purpose.
School Rankings
Klein Forest 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 Klein Forest 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
#6989 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Klein Forest High School's ranking?
Klein Forest High School is ranked #6989 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Klein Forest High School often compared to?
Klein Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Woods High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Klein Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Klein Forest High School is 78%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Klein Forest High School?
3,453 students attend Klein Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Klein Forest High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Klein Forest High School?
Klein Forest High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Klein Forest High School offer ?
Klein Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Klein Forest High School part of?
Klein Forest High School is part of Klein Independent School District.
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