Needs Improvement
#8072 of 8,552 schools in TX
Houston H S
High School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
4635 E HOUSTON ST, San Antonio, TX 78220
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,072 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#431 of 516
public schools
In district
#66 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Houston H S
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About Houston H S
Houston H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Houston H S serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,072 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Houston H S show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
93% of students at Houston 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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Houston H S — Students at Houston H S score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
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: 4.7/10.
How Houston H S Compares
See how Houston 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
4635 E HOUSTON ST, San Antonio, TX 78220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA NAJIM COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 4.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUDSON LEARNING ACAD (rated 4.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAVIS MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SOUTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ESSENCE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| IDEA NAJIM ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA NAJIM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CARROLL EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| HIRSCH EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| M L KING ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| CAMERON EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| GATES EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| HOPKINS EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| TOWN EAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| DORIE MILLER EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP AT STEWART ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CANDLEWOOD EL San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 2.7 |
| KIRBY MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| JUDSON LEARNING ACAD San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| IDEA EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| IDEA EASTSIDE ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| TYNAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,244
Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$1,153/mo
Population
18,497
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
39%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALAMO J H Midland, TX | 3.4 |
| JEFFERSON H S El Paso, TX | 3.4 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS H S Dallas, TX | 3.4 |
| CARTER-RIVERSIDE H S Fort Worth, TX | 3.3 |
| DIAMOND HILL-JARVIS H S Fort Worth, TX | 3.5 |
| CRYSTAL CITY H S Crystal City, TX | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston H S
What grades does Houston H S serve?
Houston H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Houston H S?
Houston H S has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston H S is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houston H S rank in TX?
Houston H S ranks #8,072 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Houston H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Houston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Houston H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston H S has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Houston H S a charter school?
No, Houston H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houston H S a Title I school?
No, Houston H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houston H S?
93.8% of students at Houston 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
- 826
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 92.9%
- Phone
- (210) 678-7900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #66 of 94
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