HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
HEIGHTS H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 2,360 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 118 teachers, HEIGHTS 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.
Heights High School, located in the historic Houston Heights neighborhood, is a cornerstone of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Known for its distinctive neo-classical architecture and rich local heritage, the school serves as a focal point for the surrounding community. It operates as a comprehensive campus that emphasizes both academic rigor and student involvement, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience.
Academically, Heights High School is recognized for its robust International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which provides students with a challenging curriculum aimed at preparing them for success in higher education and beyond. The school prides itself on a diverse student body and a commitment to college and career readiness, supported by specialized pathways and advanced placement courses. By blending tradition with modern educational standards, Heights High School continues to play a vital role in shaping the academic and personal growth of students in the Houston area.
For more information, contact HEIGHTS H S at (713) 865-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HOUSTON, TX 77008-7021
(713) 865-4400
http://www.houstonisd.org
HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 2,360 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- HOUSTON ISD
- Total Students:
- 2,360
- Teachers:
- 118.82
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 2,360 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 80% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 79.9%
- Black or African American
- 11.4%
- White
- 6.7%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- Two or more races
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
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.