Below Average
#6923 of 8,552 schools in TX
New Caney H S
High School · NEW CANEY ISD
21650 LOOP 494, New Caney, TX 77357
Enrollment
2,363
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,363
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,923 of 8,552
In New Caney
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#13 of 19
NEW CANEY ISD
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New Caney H S
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About New Caney H S
New Caney H S is a public high school in New Caney, TX, part of NEW CANEY ISD. New Caney H S serves approximately 2,363 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Caney H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,923 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for New Caney H S show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
New Caney H S is a large school: 2,363 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.
42% of students at New Caney 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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New Caney H S — Students at New Caney H S score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
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: 5.3/10.
How New Caney H S Compares
See how New Caney 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
21650 LOOP 494, New Caney, TX 77357
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Caney H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KINGWOOD PARK H S (rated 6.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Kingwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PORTER H S (rated 5.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Porter), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Caney, see our New Caney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROJECT RESTORE New Caney | 0.1 mi | — |
| OAKLEY EL New Caney | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| VALLEY RANCH EL Porter | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| PINE VALLEY MIDDLE Porter | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| THE LEARNING CTR New Caney | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW CANEY EL New Caney | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| PORTER EL Porter | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| PORTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Porter | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| JOYFUL SOUND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Porter | 2.3 mi | — |
| TAVOLA EL New Caney | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| BENS BRANCH EL Porter | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WHITE OAK MIDDLE Porter | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| PORTER H S Porter | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSHUA 1:9 LEARNING CENTER Porter | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SORTERS MILL EL Porter | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| KEEFER CROSSING MIDDLE New Caney | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| WOODRIDGE FOREST MIDDLE Porter | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| KINGWOOD PARK H S Kingwood | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ELM GROVE EL Kingwood | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ROBERT CRIPPEN EL Porter | 4.0 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,773
Median Home Value
$218,800
Median Rent
$1,366/mo
Population
34,770
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
36.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
31.1
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| ANDRESS H S El Paso, TX | 4.6 |
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| IRVING H S Irving, TX | 4.6 |
| MCCOLLUM H S San Antonio, TX | 4.6 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS H S New Braunfels, TX | 4.6 |
| NORTH SIDE H S Fort Worth, TX | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Caney H S
What grades does New Caney H S serve?
New Caney H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New Caney H S?
New Caney H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Caney H S?
The student-teacher ratio at New Caney H S is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Caney H S rank in TX?
New Caney H S ranks #6,923 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is New Caney H S's MySchoolScout rating?
New Caney H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 New Caney H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Caney H S has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Caney H S a charter school?
No, New Caney H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Caney H S a Title I school?
No, New Caney H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Caney H S?
78.1% of students at New Caney 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
- 2,363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 140
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.9%
- Phone
- (281) 577-2800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW CANEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 18,987
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,683
- District Rank
- #13 of 19
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