WISDOM HIGH SCHOOL
WISDOM H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,972 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 96 teachers, WISDOM H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Wisdom High School, located in the Sharpstown area of Houston, Texas, is a large public secondary school serving the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Known for its highly diverse student population, the school acts as a melting pot of cultures, frequently welcoming students from all over the world. Because of this international demographic, Wisdom High School is particularly recognized for its robust English as a Second Language (ESL) programs and its commitment to supporting students who are new to the United States.
Beyond its focus on language acquisition, Wisdom High School offers a comprehensive academic experience that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and various extracurricular activities such as sports, arts, and student organizations. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare a wide array of learners for post-secondary success, whether that leads to college or the workforce. By fostering an inclusive environment, Wisdom High School aims to bridge cultural and academic gaps, providing a supportive community for students navigating the challenges of a globalized educational landscape.
For more information, contact WISDOM H S at (713) 787-1700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HOUSTON, TX 77057-6406
(713) 787-1700
http://www.houstonisd.org
WISDOM HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,972 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- HOUSTON ISD
- Total Students:
- 1,972
- Teachers:
- 96.67
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,972 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WISDOM HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 74% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 74.3%
- Black or African American
- 14.5%
- Asian
- 5.3%
- White
- 5.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Two or more races
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 43.9%
- Male
- 56.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.