Serving 425 students in grades 9-12, Clear Horizons Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Horizons Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Clear Horizons Early College High School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clear Horizons Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Horizons Early College High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#380 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Horizons Early College High School's ranking?
Clear Horizons Early College High School is ranked #380 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clear Horizons Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Clear Horizons Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clear Horizons Early College High School?
425 students attend Clear Horizons Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Clear Horizons Early College High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clear Horizons Early College High School?
Clear Horizons Early College High School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Horizons Early College High School offer ?
Clear Horizons Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clear Horizons Early College High School part of?
Clear Horizons Early College High School is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Clear Horizons Early College High School located?
Clear Horizons Early College High School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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