DEBAKEY H S FOR HEALTH PROF

School Overview
Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions is a premier magnet school located in Houston, Texas, and is part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, the school is specifically designed to prepare students for future careers in medicine, biomedical sciences, and healthcare. It frequently ranks as one of the top high schools in both the state and the nation, drawing high-achieving students who are passionate about the sciences and committed to professional health pathways.

The school is distinguished by its unique partnership with the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, which provides students with unparalleled opportunities for mentorship, internships, and hands-on learning experiences. By blending traditional high school coursework with specialized health-focused training, DeBakey creates a pre-professional environment that fosters critical thinking and clinical exposure. With a competitive admissions process, the school maintains a culture of academic excellence, equipping its graduates with the foundational knowledge and technical skills necessary for success in competitive pre-med and health-related undergraduate programs.
929
Total Students
53.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DEBAKEY H S FOR HEALTH PROF
Demographic Student Count
White139
Hispanic304
Black147
Asian301
Two or More35
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    304 (32.7%)
  • Asian
    301 (32.4%)
  • Black
    147 (15.8%)
  • White
    139 (15.0%)
  • Two or More
    35 (3.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: HOUSTON ISD
Phone: (713)741-2410
Website: http://www.houstonisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 929
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 369
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 9 284
Grade 10 235
Grade 11 233
Grade 12 177

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DEBAKEY H S FOR HEALTH PROF
Grade Student Count
Grade 9284
Grade 10235
Grade 11233
Grade 12177
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DEBAKEY H S FOR HEALTH PROF
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female57261.6%
Male35738.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)