Cypress Creek High School, also known as Cy Creek, is a secondary public school located in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, United States. Cypress Creek, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
Serving 3,222 students in grades 9-12, Cypress Creek High School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cypress Creek High School's student population of 3,222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 210 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
210 teachers
Year Founded
1977
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cypress Creek High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress Creek High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2874 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
41%
54%
Black
29%
13%
White
17%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress Creek High School's ranking?
Cypress Creek High School is ranked #2874 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cypress Creek High School often compared to?
Cypress Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cy-fair High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cypress Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Cypress Creek High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cypress Creek High School?
3,222 students attend Cypress Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cypress Creek High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cypress Creek High School?
Cypress Creek High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cypress Creek High School offer ?
Cypress Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cypress Creek High School part of?
Cypress Creek High School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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