Needs Improvement
#7781 of 8,552 schools in TX
The Summit (high School)
High School · PASADENA ISD
1838 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Pasadena, TX 77503
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,781 of 8,552
In Pasadena
#42 of 44
public schools
In district
#63 of 66
PASADENA ISD
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About The Summit (high School)
The Summit (high School) is a public high school in Pasadena, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. The Summit (high School) serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Summit (high School) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,781 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for The Summit (high School) show 0% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at The Summit (high School) 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.
Score Breakdown
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The Summit (high School) — Students at The Summit (high School) score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 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: 6.0/10.
How The Summit (high School) Compares
See how The Summit (high School) 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
1838 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Pasadena, TX 77503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Summit (high School) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DEER PARK H S (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAM RAYBURN H S (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE SUMMIT (INTERMEDIATE) Pasadena | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SAN JACINTO INT Pasadena | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| PARKS EL Pasadena | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| KELLER MIDDLE Pasadena | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MCMASTERS EL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| GOLDEN ACRES EL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| UNLIMITED VISIONS AFTERCARE Pasadena | 1.3 mi | — |
| CARPENTER EL Deer Park | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| DEEPWATER J H Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BONNETTE J H Deer Park | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PARKWOOD EL Pasadena | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pasadena | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SPARKS EL Pasadena | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| DEEPWATER EL Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| SAM RAYBURN H S Pasadena | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| FISHER EL Pasadena | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| DEER PARK H S Deer Park | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MARSHALL KENDRICK MIDDLE Pasadena | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| JENSEN EL Pasadena | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MAE SMYTHE EL Pasadena | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,977
Median Home Value
$165,300
Median Rent
$1,211/mo
Population
23,899
College Educated
10.3%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Summit (high School)
What grades does The Summit (high School) serve?
The Summit (high School) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Summit (high School)?
The Summit (high School) has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Summit (high School)?
The student-teacher ratio at The Summit (high School) is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Summit (high School) rank in TX?
The Summit (high School) ranks #7,781 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is The Summit (high School)'s MySchoolScout rating?
The Summit (high School) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 The Summit (high School)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Summit (high School) has 0% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is The Summit (high School) a charter school?
No, The Summit (high School) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Summit (high School) a Title I school?
No, The Summit (high School) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Summit (high School)?
78.7% of students at The Summit (high School) 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
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 740-0290
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #63 of 66
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