Booker T. Washington High School is a secondary school located in the Independence Heights community in Houston, Texas. Washington serves grades 9 through 12, and is a part of the Houston Independent School District.
Serving 837 students in grades 9-12, Washington B T 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington B T High School's student population of 837 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1893
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Washington B T 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 Washington B T High School is 0.53, 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
#7788 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
47%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington B T High School's ranking?
Washington B T High School is ranked #7788 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Washington B T High School often compared to?
Washington B T 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington B T High School?
The graduation rate of Washington B T High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Washington B T High School?
837 students attend Washington B T High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Washington B T High School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington B T High School?
Washington B T High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington B T High School offer ?
Washington B T High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington B T High School part of?
Washington B T High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington B T High School located?
Washington B T High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 58 other public schools located in Northside.
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