School Overview
United High School, located at 2811 United Ave in Laredo, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution serving the United Independent School District (UISD). As one of the district’s largest and most established campuses, the school serves a diverse student body and is deeply integrated into the Laredo community. It is widely recognized for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, and career and technical education (CTE) programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond academics, United High School maintains a strong reputation for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school is highly competitive in University Interscholastic League (UIL) athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led organizations. As a central hub within the UISD, the school emphasizes a commitment to fostering school spirit and student leadership while upholding the district's mission to provide equitable and high-quality educational experiences. Prospective families and community members can find additional information regarding specific campus initiatives, calendars, and administrative contact details on the district’s official website at http://www.uisd.net.
3,644
Total Students
224.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for UNITED H S
Demographic Student Count
White37
Hispanic3,584
Black6
Asian12
Two or More3
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    3,584 (98.4 %)
  • White
    37 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    12 (0.3 %)
  • Black
    6 (0.2 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.1 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: UNITED ISD
Phone: (956)473-5600
Website: http://www.uisd.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 3,644
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 224.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 2,019
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Grade 9 896
Grade 10 939
Grade 11 864
Grade 12 945

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for UNITED H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9896
Grade 10939
Grade 11864
Grade 12945
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for UNITED H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,75348.1%
Male1,89151.9%