Serving 2,069 students in grades 9-12, La Porte High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,069 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Porte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Porte High School's student population of 2,069 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Porte High School 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 La Porte High School is 0.60, 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
#6252 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Porte High School's ranking?
La Porte High School is ranked #6252 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Porte High School often compared to?
La Porte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Porte High School?
The graduation rate of La Porte High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend La Porte High School?
2,069 students attend La Porte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of La Porte High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Porte High School?
La Porte High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Porte High School offer ?
La Porte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Porte High School part of?
La Porte High School is part of La Porte Independent School District.
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