Stratford High School is a secondary school in Houston, Texas, United States. The school is one of four high schools in the Spring Branch Independent School District, the district's westernmost secondary school.
Serving 2,312 students in grades 9-12, Stratford High School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 2,312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stratford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Stratford High School's student population of 2,312 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Stratford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stratford High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2149 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
47%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford High School's ranking?
Stratford High School is ranked #2149 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stratford High School often compared to?
Stratford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stratford High School?
The graduation rate of Stratford High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stratford High School?
2,312 students attend Stratford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Stratford High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stratford High School?
Stratford High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stratford High School offer ?
Stratford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stratford High School part of?
Stratford High School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Stratford High School located?
Stratford High School is located in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Memorial.
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