Below Average
#7213 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hightower H S
High School · FORT BEND ISD
3333 HURRICANE LN, Missouri City, TX 77459
Enrollment
2,494
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,494
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,213 of 8,552
In Missouri City
#21 of 24
public schools
In district
#71 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
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About Hightower H S
Hightower H S is a public high school in Missouri City, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Hightower H S serves approximately 2,494 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hightower H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,213 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hightower H S show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Hightower H S is a large school: 2,494 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.
30% of students at Hightower 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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Hightower H S — Students at Hightower H S score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.4%
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: 3.9/10.
How Hightower H S Compares
See how Hightower 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
3333 HURRICANE LN, Missouri City, TX 77459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hightower H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RIDGE POINT H S (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAWRENCE E ELKINS H S (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLOWRIDGE H S (rated 4.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Houston), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Missouri City, see our Missouri City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROSA PARKS EL Fresno | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| WALTER MOSES BURTON EL Fresno | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| LULA BELLE GOODMAN EL Fresno | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| SIENNA CROSSING EL Missouri City | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| BILLY BAINES MIDDLE Missouri City | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SUGAR LAND SIENNA Missouri City | 2.6 mi | — |
| RIDGE POINT H S Missouri City | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY - SIENNA PLANTATION Missouri City | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LANTERN LANE EL Missouri City | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| SCANLAN OAKS EL Missouri City | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| JAN SCHIFF EL Missouri City | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PALMER EL Missouri City | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| WILLOWRIDGE H S Houston | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE Houston | 4.1 mi | 3.0 |
| HERITAGE ROSE EL Rosharon | 4.0 mi | 4.1 |
| LAKE OLYMPIA MIDDLE Missouri City | 3.8 mi | 3.5 |
| DONALD LEONETTI EL Missouri City | 4.3 mi | 8.6 |
| LAWRENCE E ELKINS H S Missouri City | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| RONALD THORNTON MIDDLE Missouri City | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SONAL S BHUCHAR EL Missouri City | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,758
Median Home Value
$367,700
Median Rent
$2,031/mo
Population
81,251
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hightower H S
What grades does Hightower H S serve?
Hightower H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hightower H S?
Hightower H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hightower H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Hightower H S is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hightower H S rank in TX?
Hightower H S ranks #7,213 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hightower H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Hightower H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Hightower H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hightower H S has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hightower H S a charter school?
No, Hightower H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hightower H S a Title I school?
No, Hightower H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hightower H S?
66.4% of students at Hightower 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
- 2,494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 146
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (281) 634-5240
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #71 of 78
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