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#5984 of 8,552 schools in TX
Wheatley H S
High School · HOUSTON ISD
4801 PROVIDENCE, Houston, TX 77020
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,984 of 8,552
In Houston
#446 of 723
public schools
In district
#164 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Wheatley H S
Wheatley H S is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Wheatley H S serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wheatley H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,984 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Wheatley H S show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wheatley 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Wheatley H S sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Wheatley 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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Wheatley H S — Students at Wheatley H S score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 7.1/10.
How Wheatley H S Compares
See how Wheatley 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
4801 PROVIDENCE, Houston, TX 77020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wheatley H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YES PREP - 5TH WARD (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HENDERSON N EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| MCREYNOLDS MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ATHERTON EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PUGH EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| DOGAN EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ELIOT EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP Houston | 1.0 mi | — |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| FLEMING MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| SECONDARY DAEP Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 2.3 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| BRUCE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MARTINEZ R EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| SCROGGINS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ISAACS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,481
Median Home Value
$133,600
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
25,583
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wheatley H S
What grades does Wheatley H S serve?
Wheatley H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wheatley H S?
Wheatley H S has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wheatley H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Wheatley H S is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wheatley H S rank in TX?
Wheatley H S ranks #5,984 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wheatley H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Wheatley H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Wheatley H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wheatley H S has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wheatley H S a charter school?
No, Wheatley H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wheatley H S a Title I school?
No, Wheatley H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wheatley H S?
97.4% of students at Wheatley 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (713) 671-3900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 71.0%
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #164 of 272
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