Robert E. Lee High School is a public high school in Baytown, Texas, that serves grades 9 through 12. It was opened as a segregated school, and named after Confederate Army commander Robert E. Lee. Lee is one of four high schools in the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District.
Serving 1,747 students in grades 9-12, Lee 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 91% 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: 1,747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee High School's student population of 1,747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Maroon and White
School Calendar
School Motto
At Lee High School, we prepare each student to become an academically strong, college and career ready, accountable, productive, independent learner for life.
School Rankings
Lee 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 Lee High School is 0.42, 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
#6796 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
75%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
9%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gander
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee High School's ranking?
Lee High School is ranked #6796 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lee High School often compared to?
Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sterling High School, Goose Creek Memorial by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Lee High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lee High School?
1,747 students attend Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lee High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee High School?
Lee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee High School offer ?
Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lee High School part of?
Lee High School is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
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