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#5857 of 8,552 schools in TX
South Houston Int
Middle School · PASADENA ISD
900 COLLEGE AVE, So Houston, TX 77587
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,857 of 8,552
In So Houston
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#43 of 66
PASADENA ISD
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About South Houston Int
South Houston Int is a public middle school in So Houston, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. South Houston Int serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Houston Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,857 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South Houston Int show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at South Houston Int 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 Int — Students at South Houston Int score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.1/10.
How South Houston Int Compares
See how South Houston Int 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
900 COLLEGE AVE, So Houston, TX 77587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Houston Int may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NELDA SULLIVAN MIDDLE (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), which scores notably higher. Another option is YES PREP - HOBBY (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in So Houston, see our So Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATTHYS EL South Houston | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON EL So Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| RICK SCHNEIDER MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| STEVENSON MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| PREMIER H S - HOUSTON - HOBBY Lewisville | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| A & B NURSERY SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | — |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON HOBBY Dallas | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| FREEMAN EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| YES PREP - HOBBY Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP CLIMB ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PEARL HALL EL So Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| GARFIELD EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| QUEENS INT Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| PATTERSON EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| BONNER EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| THOMAS HANCOCK EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| NELDA SULLIVAN MIDDLE Pasadena | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
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 Int
What grades does South Houston Int serve?
South Houston Int serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend South Houston Int?
South Houston Int has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Houston Int?
The student-teacher ratio at South Houston Int is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Houston Int rank in TX?
South Houston Int ranks #5,857 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South Houston Int's MySchoolScout rating?
South Houston Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 South Houston Int?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Houston Int has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Houston Int a charter school?
No, South Houston Int is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Houston Int a Title I school?
No, South Houston Int is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Houston Int?
87.3% of students at South Houston Int 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (713) 740-0490
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #43 of 66
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