Serving 461 students in grades 9-12, Houston Academy For International Studies ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Academy For International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Houston Academy For International Studies's student population of 461 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houston Academy For International Studies 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 Houston Academy For International Studies is 0.57, 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
#892 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Houston Academy For International Studies's ranking?
Houston Academy For International Studies is ranked #892 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston Academy For International Studies?
The graduation rate of Houston Academy For International Studies is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Houston Academy For International Studies?
461 students attend Houston Academy For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Houston Academy For International Studies students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston Academy For International Studies?
Houston Academy For International Studies has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston Academy For International Studies offer ?
Houston Academy For International Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Houston Academy For International Studies part of?
Houston Academy For International Studies is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Houston Academy For International Studies located?
Houston Academy For International Studies is located in the South Central Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in South Central Houston.
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