Serving 2,940 students in grades 9-12, Mayde Creek 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 88% 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: 2,940 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayde Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mayde Creek High School's student population of 2,940 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 196 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,940 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
196 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mayde Creek 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 Mayde Creek High School is 0.61, 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
#5215 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Mayde Creek High School's ranking?
Mayde Creek High School is ranked #5215 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayde Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Mayde Creek High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mayde Creek High School?
2,940 students attend Mayde Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mayde Creek High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayde Creek High School?
Mayde Creek High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayde Creek High School offer ?
Mayde Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mayde Creek High School part of?
Mayde Creek High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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