Below Average
#6703 of 8,552 schools in TX
Texas City H S
High School · TEXAS CITY ISD
1431 NINTH AVE N, Texas City, TX 77590
Enrollment
1,721
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,721
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,703 of 8,552
In Texas City
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
TEXAS CITY ISD
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Texas City H S
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About Texas City H S
Texas City H S is a public high school in Texas City, TX, part of TEXAS CITY ISD. Texas City H S serves approximately 1,721 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Texas City H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,703 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Texas City H S show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Texas City 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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Texas City H S — Students at Texas City H S score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
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: 5.5/10.
How Texas City H S Compares
See how Texas City 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
1431 NINTH AVE N, Texas City, TX 77590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Texas City H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAYLEY EL (rated 6.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby La Marque), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Texas City, see our Texas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Texas City | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| BLOCKER MIDDLE Texas City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| KOHFELDT EL Texas City | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| CALVIN VINCENT PRE-K HEAD START Texas City | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| HEIGHTS EL Texas City | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MANUEL GUAJARDO JR EL Texas City | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 1.1 mi | — |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| FRY INT Texas City | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HAYLEY EL La Marque | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SIMMS EL Texas City | 4.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GALVESTON CO JJAEP League City | 4.6 mi | — |
| TRANSFORMING LIVES COOPERATIVE (TLC) Dickinson | 4.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO DETENTION CTR Dickinson | 4.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Dickinson | 4.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Galveston | 4.6 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Santa Fe | 4.6 mi | — |
| TEXAS CITY J J A E P Texas City | 4.6 mi | — |
| GILES MIDDLE Texas City | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,274
Median Home Value
$168,400
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
33,145
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
36.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C C WINN H S Eagle Pass, TX | 4.8 |
| NORTH DALLAS H S Dallas, TX | 4.8 |
| NORTHSIDE H S Houston, TX | 4.8 |
| TRIMBLE TECHNICAL H S Fort Worth, TX | 4.8 |
| WALTRIP H S Houston, TX | 4.8 |
| CARROLL H S Corpus Christi, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Texas City H S
What grades does Texas City H S serve?
Texas City H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Texas City H S?
Texas City H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,721 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Texas City H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Texas City 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 Texas City H S rank in TX?
Texas City H S ranks #6,703 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Texas City H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Texas City 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 Texas City H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Texas City H S has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Texas City H S a charter school?
No, Texas City H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Texas City H S a Title I school?
No, Texas City H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Texas City H S?
72.6% of students at Texas City 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
- 1,721
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 115
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (409) 916-0800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
TEXAS CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,874
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,461
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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