HIGHTOWER H S
2,312 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Hightower High School, located in Missouri City, Texas, is a prominent campus within the Fort Bend Independent School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its comprehensive extracurricular programs. Hightower offers a variety of advanced coursework, including Advanced Placement (AP) classes, and is particularly noted for its specialized academies, such as the Medical Science Academy and the Digital Media Academy, which provide students with focused, career-oriented training in high-demand fields.
Beyond its academic rigor, Hightower High School is widely recognized for its vibrant school spirit and competitive athletic programs, often performing strongly in regional and state-level competitions. The school fosters a supportive environment through a wide array of student organizations, clubs, and fine arts programs, encouraging students to develop leadership skills and personal interests. By balancing challenging curriculum with diverse opportunities for student engagement, Hightower strives to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the professional workforce.
Beyond its academic rigor, Hightower High School is widely recognized for its vibrant school spirit and competitive athletic programs, often performing strongly in regional and state-level competitions. The school fosters a supportive environment through a wide array of student organizations, clubs, and fine arts programs, encouraging students to develop leadership skills and personal interests. By balancing challenging curriculum with diverse opportunities for student engagement, Hightower strives to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the professional workforce.
2,312
Total Students
143.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic | 776 |
| Black | 1,291 |
| Asian | 129 |
| Two or More | 67 |
| American Indian | 13 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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Black1,291 (55.8%)
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Hispanic776 (33.6%)
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Asian129 (5.6%)
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Two or More67 (2.9%)
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White31 (1.3%)
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American Indian13 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander5 (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: | FORT BEND ISD |
| Phone: | (281)634-5240 |
| Website: | http://www.fortbendisd.com/hhs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,312 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 143.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,273 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 97 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
617
Grade 10
564
Grade 11
559
Grade 12
572
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 617 |
| Grade 10 | 564 |
| Grade 11 | 559 |
| Grade 12 | 572 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,139 | 49.3% |
| Male | 1,173 | 50.7% |
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