Galena Park High School is a secondary school located in Galena Park, Texas, United States and is one of three secondary schools in the Galena Park Independent School District.
Serving 1,815 students in grades 9-12, Galena Park High School ranks in the bottom 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 94% 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: 1,815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galena Park High School's student population of 1,815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,815 students
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Galena Park High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galena Park High School is 0.19, 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
#4929 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
6%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galena Park High School's ranking?
Galena Park High School is ranked #4929 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Galena Park High School often compared to?
Galena Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Shore Senior High School, Furr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galena Park High School?
The graduation rate of Galena Park High School is 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Galena Park High School?
1,815 students attend Galena Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Galena Park High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galena Park High School?
Galena Park High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galena Park High School offer ?
Galena Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Galena Park High School part of?
Galena Park High School is part of Galena Park Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Galena Park High School located?
Galena Park High School is located in the Northeast Houston neighborhood of Galena Park, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Northeast Houston.
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