Waller High School is a public high school in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, north of Waller, and classified as a 6A school by the UIL.
Serving 2,995 students in grades 9-12, Waller 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 73% 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: 2,995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waller High School's student population of 2,995 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,995 students
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Year Founded
1887
School Motto
'Whatever it takes because our kids deserve greatness.'
School Rankings
Waller 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 Waller High School is 0.58, 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
#6994 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
27%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waller High School's ranking?
Waller High School is ranked #6994 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Waller High School often compared to?
Waller High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tomball High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waller High School?
The graduation rate of Waller High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waller High School?
2,995 students attend Waller High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Waller High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waller High School?
Waller High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waller High School offer ?
Waller High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waller High School part of?
Waller High School is part of Waller Independent School District.
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