Average
#6015 of 8,552 schools in TX
Porter H S
High School · NEW CANEY ISD
22625 SANDY LN, Porter, TX 77365
Enrollment
2,120
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,120
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,015 of 8,552
In Porter
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 19
NEW CANEY ISD
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About Porter H S
Porter H S is a public high school in Porter, TX, part of NEW CANEY ISD. Porter H S serves approximately 2,120 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Porter H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,015 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Porter H S show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Porter H S is a large school: 2,120 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.
Test scores at Porter H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Porter 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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Porter H S — Students at Porter H S score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 6.2/10.
How Porter H S Compares
See how Porter 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
22625 SANDY LN, Porter, TX 77365
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Porter H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. INFINITY EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 7.1/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW CANEY H S (rated 4.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby New Caney), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Porter, see our Porter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SORTERS MILL EL Porter | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| JOYFUL SOUND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Porter | 1.0 mi | — |
| ROBERT CRIPPEN EL Porter | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| BENS BRANCH EL Porter | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| WHITE OAK MIDDLE Porter | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| VALLEY RANCH EL Porter | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| PINE VALLEY MIDDLE Porter | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| BROOKWOOD FOREST EL Porter | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| JOSHUA 1:9 LEARNING CENTER Porter | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PORTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Porter | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| OAKLEY EL New Caney | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| PORTER EL Porter | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| KEEFER CROSSING MIDDLE New Caney | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW CANEY H S New Caney | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| PROJECT RESTORE New Caney | 3.1 mi | — |
| THE LEARNING CTR New Caney | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| INFINITY EARLY COLLEGE H S Porter | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| WOODRIDGE FOREST MIDDLE Porter | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW CANEY EL New Caney | 4.0 mi | 3.4 |
| KINGS MANOR EL Kingwood | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,093
Median Home Value
$261,200
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
43,025
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
34.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABILENE H S Abilene, TX | 5.3 |
| BURGES H S El Paso, TX | 5.3 |
| CORONADO H S Lubbock, TX | 5.3 |
| CRANDALL H S Crandall, TX | 5.3 |
| CROCKETT ECHS Austin, TX | 5.3 |
| ENNIS H S Ennis, TX | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Porter H S
What grades does Porter H S serve?
Porter H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Porter H S?
Porter H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Porter H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Porter H S is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Porter H S rank in TX?
Porter H S ranks #6,015 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Porter H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Porter H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Porter H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Porter H S has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Porter H S a charter school?
No, Porter H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Porter H S a Title I school?
No, Porter H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Porter H S?
67.0% of students at Porter 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
- 2,120
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 141
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (281) 577-5900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW CANEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 18,987
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,683
- District Rank
- #9 of 19
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