Memorial High School is a secondary school located at 935 Echo Lane in Hedwig Village, Texas, United States, in Greater Houston. Memorial serves students in portions of the Memorial and Spring Branch regions of Houston and several enclaves within the portions.
Serving 2,636 students in grades 9-12, Memorial High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Memorial High School's student population of 2,636 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Memorial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial High School is 0.65, 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
#897 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
23%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
52%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Spring Branch Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial High School's ranking?
Memorial High School is ranked #897 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Memorial High School often compared to?
Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stratford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Memorial High School?
2,636 students attend Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Memorial High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial High School?
Memorial High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial High School offer ?
Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Memorial High School part of?
Memorial High School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial High School located?
Memorial High School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 22 other public schools located in Westside.
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