Texas City High School is a public high school in Texas City, Texas, in the Greater Houston area. It is one of two high schools in the Texas City Independent School District, the other being La Marque High School. The main school building for Texas City High opened in 1952.
Serving 1,689 students in grades 9-12, Texas City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Texas City High School's student population of 1,689 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Orange and Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Texas City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Texas City High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6822 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
52%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
22%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stingarees
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texas City High School's ranking?
Texas City High School is ranked #6822 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Texas City High School often compared to?
Texas City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Texas City High School?
The graduation rate of Texas City High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Texas City High School?
1,689 students attend Texas City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Texas City High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Texas City High School?
Texas City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Texas City High School offer ?
Texas City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Texas City High School part of?
Texas City High School is part of Texas City Independent School District.
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