SHARPSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL

SHARPSTOWN H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,693 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 83 teachers, SHARPSTOWN 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.

Sharpstown High School, located on Bissonnet Street in Houston, Texas, is a comprehensive secondary school operating under the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Serving a diverse urban student population, the school is dedicated to preparing students for higher education and career readiness through a broad academic curriculum. As part of the state's largest school district, the campus works to provide students with foundational core subjects, elective opportunities, and a variety of extracurricular programs designed to foster community engagement and personal growth.

The school’s mission aligns with the district's broader objectives of promoting equity, academic achievement, and student success in a global society. By leveraging the resources of Houston ISD, Sharpstown High School emphasizes the importance of supportive learning environments, standardized testing preparation, and specialized pathways to help students transition effectively into their post-secondary lives. For specific information regarding current academic offerings, athletic schedules, or district-wide initiatives, students and parents are encouraged to visit the official Houston ISD website.

For more information, contact SHARPSTOWN H S at (713) 771-7215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.