HEIGHTS H S

www.houstonisd.org

2,426 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Heights High School, located in the historic Houston Heights neighborhood, is a cornerstone of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Known for its distinctive neo-classical architecture and rich local heritage, the school serves as a focal point for the surrounding community. It operates as a comprehensive campus that emphasizes both academic rigor and student involvement, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience.

Academically, Heights High School is recognized for its robust International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which provides students with a challenging curriculum aimed at preparing them for success in higher education and beyond. The school prides itself on a diverse student body and a commitment to college and career readiness, supported by specialized pathways and advanced placement courses. By blending tradition with modern educational standards, Heights High School continues to play a vital role in shaping the academic and personal growth of students in the Houston area.

2,426

Total Students

123.1

Full-Time Teachers

19.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

60.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HEIGHTS H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	346
Hispanic	1,774
Black	222
Asian	35
Two or More	45
American Indian	4

Hispanic
1,774 (73.1%)
White
346 (14.3%)
Black
222 (9.2%)
Two or More
45 (1.9%)
Asian
35 (1.4%)
American Indian
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)865-4400
Website:	http://www.houstonisd.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,426
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	123.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,463
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* 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 9 621

Grade 10 646

Grade 11 594

Grade 12 565