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.
3,463
Total Students
210.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for UNITED H S
Demographic Student Count
White54
Hispanic3,377
Black6
Asian18
Two or More7
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    3,377 (97.5%)
  • White
    54 (1.6%)
  • Asian
    18 (0.5%)
  • Two or More
    7 (0.2%)
  • Black
    6 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
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: 3,463
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 210.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 2,019
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Grade 9 795
Grade 10 851
Grade 11 867
Grade 12 950

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for UNITED H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9795
Grade 10851
Grade 11867
Grade 12950
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for UNITED H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,66348%
Male1,80052%