Serving 123 students in grades 9-12, Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton's student population of 123 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton 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 Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is 0.24, 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
#7928 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton's ranking?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is ranked #7928 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton?
The graduation rate of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is 40-49%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton?
123 students attend Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton offer ?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton part of?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton located?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is located in the Gulfton neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Gulfton.
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