Serving 3,078 students in grades 9-12, Tomball High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,078 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tomball High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tomball High School's student population of 3,078 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,078 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tomball High School 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 Tomball High School is 0.62, 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
#1244 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomball High School's ranking?
Tomball High School is ranked #1244 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tomball High School often compared to?
Tomball High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tomball Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tomball High School?
The graduation rate of Tomball High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tomball High School?
3,078 students attend Tomball High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Tomball High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tomball High School?
Tomball High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tomball High School offer ?
Tomball High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tomball High School part of?
Tomball High School is part of Tomball Independent School District.
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