Waltrip High School

1900 W 34th St
Houston, TX 77018
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,597 students in grades 9-12, Waltrip 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 92% 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: 1,597 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Waltrip High School's student population of 1,597 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,597 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
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School Rankings

Waltrip 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 Waltrip High School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7585 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Waltrip High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
19%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Waltrip High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
31%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Waltrip High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
37%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Waltrip High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Waltrip High School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
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n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
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Hispanic
77%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Waltrip High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
14%
13%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Waltrip High School and the percentage of Black public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
8%
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Waltrip High School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Waltrip High School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas.
0.38
This chart displays the diversity score of Waltrip High School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
87%
90%
This chart displays graduation rate of Waltrip High School and public school graduation rate of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Waltrip High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Waltrip High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waltrip High School's ranking?
Waltrip High School is ranked #7585 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Waltrip High School often compared to?
Waltrip High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waltrip High School?
The graduation rate of Waltrip High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waltrip High School?
1,597 students attend Waltrip High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Waltrip High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waltrip High School?
Waltrip High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waltrip High School offer ?
Waltrip High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waltrip High School part of?
Waltrip High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Waltrip High School located?
Waltrip High School is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.

School Reviews

2   5/17/2021
I am the Director of Bands for Waltrip High School. I am also an alum, graduating in 1995. Our Waltrip High has a great tradition of excellence. Although we do have a magnet program attached to our campus, we are a true comprehensive high school. Based on the data listed above, we have seen a drastic improvement over the last three years. We are adding more and more rigor to our academics through our AP Capstone program. We have a growing Montessori program, a new 3DE program and outstanding STEM magnet. We have an array of athletics available to all students. Of course, our fine arts programs, in many ways, are second to none in the Houston ISD. Speaking directly about the band program, we were named a top 5 Title I music program in the country in 2018. We have been invited to numerous federal, state and local special events. Our award-winning band program has also performed at the events for the NFL Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four and 2013 Presidential Inauguration Celebration in Washington, D.C. Waltrip High School in its urban setting has a family feel to it. My own kids attend and are thriving in this community, just as I did. Can't Hide that Ram Pride!! #theWaltripWay
- Posted by Teacher - Jesse Espinosa
4   8/2/2017
Hi my name is Byron I see some of my friends are there so I want to join to the school I like soccer, and not to much music but I will be interested to be there and thanks for reading this have I nice dayBy Byron Tolcha
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Byron Tolcha

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,597 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 87% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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