Serving 3,762 students in grades 9-12, United High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
United High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
United High School's student population of 3,762 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 226 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
226 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
United High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United High School is 0.02, 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
#2317 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United High School's ranking?
United High School is ranked #2317 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are United High School often compared to?
United High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John B Alexander High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of United High School?
The graduation rate of United High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend United High School?
3,762 students attend United High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of United High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of United High School?
United High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does United High School offer ?
United High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is United High School part of?
United High School is part of United ISD School District.
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