Serving 464 students in grades 9-12, Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs is 0.20, which is less 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
#1441 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs's ranking?
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs is ranked #1441 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs?
The graduation rate of Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs?
464 students attend Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs?
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs offer ?
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs part of?
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs is part of Galena Park Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs located?
Galena Park Isd Career & Technical Echs is located in the San Jacinto College District North Campus neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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