KASHMERE HIGH SCHOOL

KASHMERE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 724 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, KASHMERE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kashmere High School, located in the Trinity/Houston Gardens area of Northeast Houston, is a historic campus within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Known for its deep roots in the local community, the school is perhaps most famously recognized for its award-winning "Kashmere Stage Band," which gained international acclaim under the direction of Conrad O. Johnson in the 1970s. The school carries a legacy of resilience and pride, serving as a focal point for academic and extracurricular development for generations of students in the 77028 zip code.

Academically, Kashmere High School offers a range of core curriculum programs and specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. As part of HISD, the school focuses on closing achievement gaps and fostering a supportive learning environment. Despite various challenges typical of urban school districts, Kashmere remains a central institution in the community, striving to empower its students through various student organizations, athletics, and community-focused initiatives that celebrate the school's storied history and ongoing evolution.

For more information, contact KASHMERE H S at (713) 636-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.