Serving 2,223 students in grades 9-12, Goose Creek Memorial ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 2,223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goose Creek Memorial's student population of 2,223 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goose Creek Memorial ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goose Creek Memorial is 0.59, 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
#4227 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Goose Creek Memorial's ranking?
Goose Creek Memorial is ranked #4227 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Goose Creek Memorial often compared to?
Goose Creek Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Sterling High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goose Creek Memorial?
The graduation rate of Goose Creek Memorial is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Goose Creek Memorial?
2,223 students attend Goose Creek Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Goose Creek Memorial students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goose Creek Memorial?
Goose Creek Memorial has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goose Creek Memorial offer ?
Goose Creek Memorial offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Goose Creek Memorial part of?
Goose Creek Memorial is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
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