Houston High School is a fully accredited public high school located in Germantown, Tennessee, serving students in grades 9–12. The school was previously one of the eight high schools operating in the Shelby County School District. The principal is Hallie Ross.
Serving 1,932 students in grades 9-12, Houston High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Houston High School's student population of 1,932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1989
Colors
Black, Silver
School Rankings
Houston High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
15%
21%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston High School's ranking?
Houston High School is ranked #297 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Houston High School often compared to?
Houston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collierville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston High School?
The graduation rate of Houston High School is 94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Houston High School?
1,932 students attend Houston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Houston High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston High School?
Houston High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Houston High School offer ?
Houston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houston High School part of?
Houston High School is part of Germantown School District.
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