Average
#3890 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 46% in state
Cypress Creek H S
High School · CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
9815 GRANT RD, Houston, TX 77070
Enrollment
3,239
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,239
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,890 of 8,552
In Houston
#230 of 723
public schools
In district
#37 of 88
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Cypress Creek H S
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About Cypress Creek H S
Cypress Creek H S is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD. Cypress Creek H S serves approximately 3,239 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress Creek H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cypress Creek H S show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Cypress Creek H S is a large school: 3,239 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
37% of students at Cypress Creek H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cypress Creek H S — Students at Cypress Creek H S score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Cypress Creek H S Compares
See how Cypress Creek H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9815 GRANT RD, Houston, TX 77070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cypress Creek H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKEWOOD EL (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Tomball), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ISCHOOL HIGH AT UNIVERSITY PARK (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATZKE EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS Katy | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HANCOCK EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| BLEYL MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| THE BANFF SCHOOL Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CAMPBELL MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ISCHOOL HIGH AT UNIVERSITY PARK Lewisville | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MOORE EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| FRANCONE EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CY FAIR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 2.5 mi | — |
| HOUSTON ADVENTIST ACADMEY Cypress | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BRILL EL Klein | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| HOUSTON PEACE ACADEMY Spring | 3.0 mi | — |
| WILLBERN EL Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS J J A E P Houston | 3.1 mi | — |
| DANISH EL Houston | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| KRAHN EL Klein | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKEWOOD EL Tomball | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| YEAGER EL Houston | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,440
Median Home Value
$264,300
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
57,645
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
33.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| CLARK H S San Antonio, TX | 6.6 |
| CORONADO H S El Paso, TX | 6.6 |
| CYPRESS FALLS H S Houston, TX | 6.6 |
| DOBIE H S Houston, TX | 6.6 |
| FLOUR BLUFF H S Corpus Christi, TX | 6.6 |
| GRANBURY H S Granbury, TX | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cypress Creek H S
What grades does Cypress Creek H S serve?
Cypress Creek H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cypress Creek H S?
Cypress Creek H S has an enrollment of approximately 3,239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress Creek H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Cypress Creek H S is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cypress Creek H S rank in TX?
Cypress Creek H S ranks #3,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cypress Creek H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress Creek H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cypress Creek H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cypress Creek H S has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cypress Creek H S a charter school?
No, Cypress Creek H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cypress Creek H S a Title I school?
No, Cypress Creek H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cypress Creek H S?
63.2% of students at Cypress Creek H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 219
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (281) 897-4200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD- District Enrollment
- 118,470
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,693
- District Rank
- #37 of 88
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