Eastwood Academy is a secondary school in the Eastwood neighborhood of the East End, Houston, Texas, United States. The school is a member of the Houston Independent School District and is a school-of-choice for residents in the city of Houston.
Serving 365 students in grades 9-12, Eastwood Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastwood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Eastwood Academy's student population of 365 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Eastwood Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastwood Academy is 0.10, 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
#251 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
95%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Boxer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastwood Academy's ranking?
Eastwood Academy is ranked #251 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Eastwood Academy often compared to?
Eastwood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carnegie Vanguard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastwood Academy?
The graduation rate of Eastwood Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Eastwood Academy?
365 students attend Eastwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Eastwood Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastwood Academy?
Eastwood Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastwood Academy offer ?
Eastwood Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eastwood Academy part of?
Eastwood Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Eastwood Academy located?
Eastwood Academy is located in the South Central Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in South Central Houston.
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