THE SUMMIT (HIGH SCHOOL)

THE SUMMIT (HIGH SCHOOL) is a public high school that is part of the PASADENA ISD school district, located in PASADENA, TX with about 126 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 15 teachers, THE SUMMIT (HIGH SCHOOL) has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

The Summit, located at 1838 E Sam Houston Pkwy S in Pasadena, Texas, is an alternative high school within the Pasadena Independent School District (PISD). The school is designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering a flexible setting that focuses on credit recovery, accelerated learning, and individualized support. By providing a smaller student-to-teacher ratio and a specialized curriculum, The Summit aims to help students who have faced challenges in a conventional high school setting get back on track toward graduation.

In addition to its academic focus, the school emphasizes student accountability and personal growth. The program is structured to help students overcome barriers to their education by fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes goal-setting and post-secondary readiness. Because it functions as a choice-based or alternative campus within the district, The Summit plays a critical role in ensuring that all students in the Pasadena area have an accessible pathway to earning their high school diploma and successfully transitioning into the workforce or higher education.

For more information, contact THE SUMMIT (HIGH SCHOOL) at (713) 740-0290 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.