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#6440 of 8,552 schools in TX
South Houston H S
High School · PASADENA ISD
3820 S SHAVER, So Houston, TX 77587
Enrollment
2,214
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,214
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,440 of 8,552
In So Houston
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#52 of 66
PASADENA ISD
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About South Houston H S
South Houston H S is a public high school in So Houston, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. South Houston H S serves approximately 2,214 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. South Houston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,440 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South Houston H S show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
South Houston H S is a large school: 2,214 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 South Houston 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.
51% of students at South 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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South Houston H S — Students at South Houston H S score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
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: 6.8/10.
How South Houston H S Compares
See how South 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
3820 S SHAVER, So Houston, TX 77587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Houston H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YES PREP - SOUTHEAST (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETA ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in So Houston, see our So Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEARL HALL EL So Houston | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| YES PREP - SOUTHEAST Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTHEAST EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| YOUNG EL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| MILLER INT Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| L F SMITH EL So Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| DARUL ARQAM SOUTHEAST Houston | 1.4 mi | — |
| FREEMAN EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| BAILEY EL Pasadena | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pasadena | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| GARFIELD EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| NELDA SULLIVAN MIDDLE Pasadena | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTH SHAVER EL Pasadena | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MATTHYS EL South Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| QUEENS INT Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| GENOA EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON INT So Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| PARK VIEW INT Pasadena | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,407
Median Home Value
$177,000
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
16,058
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Houston H S
What grades does South Houston H S serve?
South Houston H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend South Houston H S?
South Houston H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Houston H S?
The student-teacher ratio at South Houston 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 South Houston H S rank in TX?
South Houston H S ranks #6,440 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South Houston H S's MySchoolScout rating?
South Houston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 South Houston H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Houston H S has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Houston H S a charter school?
No, South Houston H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Houston H S a Title I school?
No, South Houston H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Houston H S?
77.4% of students at South 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
- 2,214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 148
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (713) 740-0350
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #52 of 66
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