WISDOM H S

www.houstonisd.org

1,965 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Wisdom High School, located in the Sharpstown area of Houston, Texas, is a large public secondary school serving the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Known for its highly diverse student population, the school acts as a melting pot of cultures, frequently welcoming students from all over the world. Because of this international demographic, Wisdom High School is particularly recognized for its robust English as a Second Language (ESL) programs and its commitment to supporting students who are new to the United States.

Beyond its focus on language acquisition, Wisdom High School offers a comprehensive academic experience that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and various extracurricular activities such as sports, arts, and student organizations. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare a wide array of learners for post-secondary success, whether that leads to college or the workforce. By fostering an inclusive environment, Wisdom High School aims to bridge cultural and academic gaps, providing a supportive community for students navigating the challenges of a globalized educational landscape.

1,965

Total Students

139.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

96.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WISDOM H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	154
Hispanic	1,346
Black	247
Asian	182
Two or More	27
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	4

Hispanic
1,346 (68.5%)
Black
247 (12.6%)
Asian
182 (9.3%)
White
154 (7.8%)
Two or More
27 (1.4%)
American Indian
5 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2%)

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)787-1700
Website:	http://www.houstonisd.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,965
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	139.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,887
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 567

Grade 10 600

Grade 11 461

Grade 12 337