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#355 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 4% in state

Whitehouse H S

High School · WHITEHOUSE ISD

901 E MAIN, Whitehouse, TX 75791

Enrollment

1,475

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

8.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Whitehouse

#2 of 7

public schools

Texas high schools

#56 of 1,699

In district

#2 of 7

WHITEHOUSE ISD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Whitehouse H S

Whitehouse High School serves 1,475 students in grades 9 through 12 in Whitehouse, Texas, earning a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — a rating MySchoolScout labels Exceptional. The school's student-teacher ratio of 14.3 to 1 supports the kind of individual attention that drives those results. The academic numbers set Whitehouse apart.

An academic score of 9.8 and a growth score of 9.9 both land near the top of the scale, reflecting strong performance on state assessments and meaningful year-over-year improvement for students across ability levels. Whitehouse ranks 26th among 1,699 Texas high schools — a position that places it in the top 2% of the state's secondary schools. Across all 8,547 Texas public schools, it sits at number 198, outperforming 98% of campuses statewide.

Within its own community, Whitehouse High School ranks first among the seven public schools in Whitehouse. Families weighing high school options in the area will find this campus operating at a level that competes with the strongest schools in a state with one of the largest public school systems in the country.

What's said publicly about Whitehouse H S

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Whitehouse High School is a public high school located in Whitehouse, Texas, within Smith County 2 . It operates as part of the Whitehouse Independent School District 2 . The school is classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League (UIL) 2 . In 2018, the Texas Education Agency rated the school as "Met Standard" 2 . The district's mission is to inspire and equip students through innovative and challenging opportunities 1 . Whitehouse ISD promotes a forward-thinking approach to education that includes project-based learning, personalized instruction, and technology integration 1 . The district emphasizes strong partnerships between the school, parents, local businesses, and community organizations 1 . Recent district communications highlight a theme of "One Town. One Family. One Whitehouse" and focus on student support and well-being 1 .
Sources (2)
  1. whitehouseisd.org
  2. en.wikipedia.org
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+7 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69%
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+22.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation27.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,439

Whitehouse H S — Students at Whitehouse H S score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 63.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
69%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Whitehouse H S Compares

See how Whitehouse H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
96th percentile in TX
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
5.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
103 teachers

Location

901 E MAIN, Whitehouse, TX 75791

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitehouse H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHAPEL HILL H S (rated 5.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Tyler), a more accessible option. Additionally, CUMBERLAND H S (rated 4.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Tyler), a more accessible option. For more schools in Whitehouse, see our Whitehouse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
J W HOLLOWAY SIXTH GRADE SCHOOL Whitehouse 0.3 mi 8.5
H L HIGGINS EL Whitehouse 0.3 mi 6.8
STANTON-SMITH EL Whitehouse 1.0 mi 8.8
WHITEHOUSE J H Whitehouse 1.1 mi 6.8
GUS WINSTON CAIN EL Whitehouse 1.3 mi 7.6
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-TYLER Lewisville 3.7 mi 5.7
MOZELLE BROWN EL Whitehouse 3.9 mi 7.4
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY MIDDLE Tyler 4.4 mi 6.1
CUMBERLAND H S Tyler 4.5 mi 4.7
CHAPEL HILL J H Tyler 5.4 mi 7.4
CHAPEL HILL H S Tyler 5.5 mi 5.8
W L KISSAM INT Tyler 5.6 mi 6.4
OAK TREE ACADEMY Tyler 5.1 mi
UT TYLER UNIVERSITY ACADEMY AT TYLER Tyler 5.7 mi 7.4
GRACE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Tyler 6.0 mi 5.0
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY LOWER EL Tyler 6.1 mi 5.9
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY UPPER EL Tyler 6.2 mi 6.6
WISE EL Tyler 6.8 mi 5.7
CLARKSTON EL Tyler 6.6 mi 6.9
LAEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tyler 6.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75791 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,154

Median Home Value

$231,900

Median Rent

$1,420/mo

Population

15,320

College Educated

32.3%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

35.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Whitehouse H S has a median household income of $76,154. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $231,900, with a median rent of $1,420/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BROWNWOOD H S Brownwood, TX 8.6
CARROLL SENIOR H S Southlake, TX 8.6
DENTON H S Denton, TX 8.6
LIBERTY H S Frisco, TX 8.8
BRENHAM H S Brenham, TX 8.5
DENISON H S Denison, TX 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitehouse H S

What grades does Whitehouse H S serve?

Whitehouse H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Whitehouse H S?

Whitehouse H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitehouse H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitehouse H S is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitehouse H S rank in TX?

Whitehouse H S is ranked #355 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Whitehouse H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitehouse H S has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Whitehouse H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Whitehouse H S has 63.5% math proficiency and 62.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Whitehouse H S a charter school?

No, Whitehouse H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Whitehouse H S a Title I school?

No, Whitehouse H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitehouse H S?

43.3% of students at Whitehouse 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (448/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Whitehouse). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,475
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
103
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Smith County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

WHITEHOUSE ISD
District Enrollment
4,826
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,741
District Rank
#2 of 7

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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