Below Average
#6614 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sam Houston H S
High School · ARLINGTON ISD
2000 SAM HOUSTON DR, Arlington, TX 76014
Enrollment
3,177
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,177
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,614 of 8,552
In Arlington
#71 of 100
public schools
In district
#46 of 75
ARLINGTON ISD
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Sam Houston H S
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About Sam Houston H S
Sam Houston H S is a public high school in Arlington, TX, part of ARLINGTON ISD. Sam Houston H S serves approximately 3,177 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sam Houston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,614 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sam Houston H S show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Sam Houston H S is a large school: 3,177 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.
54% of students at Sam 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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Sam Houston H S — Students at Sam Houston H S score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
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: 5.9/10.
How Sam Houston H S Compares
See how Sam 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
2000 SAM HOUSTON DR, Arlington, TX 76014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sam Houston H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ADAMS EL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ATHERTON EL (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FARRELL EL (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Grand Prairie), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADAMS EL Arlington | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ATHERTON EL Arlington | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| JOHNS EL Arlington | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| GOODMAN EL Arlington | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| RANKIN EL Arlington | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| HALE EL Arlington | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| AMOS EL Arlington | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - GRAND PRAIRIE Carrollton | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| THORNTON EL Arlington | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| BLANTON EL Arlington | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CROW LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Arlington | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| BERRY EL Arlington | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| FARRELL EL Grand Prairie | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MORTON EL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| MCNUTT EL Arlington | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WORKMAN J H Arlington | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| BURGIN EL Arlington | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CARTER J H Arlington | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| ANDERSON EL Arlington | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CROUCH EL Grand Prairie | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,196
Median Home Value
$217,600
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
32,987
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
45.2%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
32
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| LAMAR H S Arlington, TX | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sam Houston H S
What grades does Sam Houston H S serve?
Sam Houston H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sam Houston H S?
Sam Houston H S has an enrollment of approximately 3,177 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston H S is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sam Houston H S rank in TX?
Sam Houston H S ranks #6,614 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sam Houston H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Sam Houston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Sam Houston H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sam Houston H S has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sam Houston H S a charter school?
No, Sam Houston H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sam Houston H S a Title I school?
No, Sam Houston H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sam Houston H S?
91.3% of students at Sam 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
- 3,177
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 204
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.5%
- Phone
- (682) 867-8200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
ARLINGTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 54,750
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,746
- District Rank
- #46 of 75
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