Below Average
#7182 of 8,552 schools in TX
Taylor H S
High School · ALIEF ISD
7555 HOWELL SUGAR LAND RD, Houston, TX 77083
Enrollment
2,856
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,856
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,182 of 8,552
In Houston
#578 of 723
public schools
In district
#37 of 42
ALIEF ISD
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About Taylor H S
Taylor H S is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of ALIEF ISD. Taylor H S serves approximately 2,856 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,182 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Taylor H S show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Taylor H S
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Taylor H S is a large school: 2,856 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.
40% of students at Taylor 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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Taylor H S — Students at Taylor H S score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
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: 4.4/10.
How Taylor H S Compares
See how Taylor 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
7555 HOWELL SUGAR LAND RD, Houston, TX 77083
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylor H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION-SUGAR LAND (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Sugar Land), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KERR H S (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KERR H S Houston | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| KING'S ACADEMY Houston | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| DEDRE' & ELLA JEFFERSON EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| HICKS EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| VAN HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| HEARNE EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| O'DONNELL MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| KIPP UNITY PRI Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| KILLOUGH MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LIESTMAN EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | — |
| PETROSKY EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MAHANAY EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| D.A.V. MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| TOWNEWEST EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ALBRIGHT MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ILTEXAS WESTPARK EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ILTEXAS WESTPARK MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ARIZONA FLEMING EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,349
Median Home Value
$223,100
Median Rent
$1,375/mo
Population
74,843
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
35.5
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|---|---|
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS H S Fort Worth, TX | 4.3 |
| BREWER H S Fort Worth, TX | 4.3 |
| EAST VIEW H S Georgetown, TX | 4.3 |
| HIGHTOWER H S Missouri City, TX | 4.3 |
| CLEVELAND H S Cleveland, TX | 4.2 |
| DONNA NORTH H S Donna, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylor H S
What grades does Taylor H S serve?
Taylor H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Taylor H S?
Taylor H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,856 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylor H S is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylor H S rank in TX?
Taylor H S ranks #7,182 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Taylor H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylor H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Taylor H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor H S has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Taylor H S a charter school?
No, Taylor H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylor H S a Title I school?
No, Taylor H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor H S?
80.5% of students at Taylor 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
- 2,856
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 170
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (281) 988-3500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
ALIEF ISD- District Enrollment
- 39,474
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,388
- District Rank
- #37 of 42
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