School
Houston High School
- AOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- Germantown, TN
- 275 reviews
- AcademicsA
- DiversityB+
- TeachersB
- College PrepA
- Clubs & ActivitiesA
- Health & SafetyA-
- AdministrationB+
- SportsA-
- FoodB
- Resources & FacilitiesB
Houston High School Rankings
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Academics
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- Crime & SafetyB
- DiversityB
- Cost of LivingB-
- Good for FamiliesA
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$107,376
National
$55,322Median Rent
$1,398
National
$949Median Home Value
$296,300
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.27 responses
Poll
- 81%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.27 responses
Students
Diversity
B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,893
Free or Reduced Lunch
8%
- 94%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.32 responses
- 81%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.32 responses
- 97%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.32 responses
Teachers
- 57%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.47 responses
- 64%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.47 responses
- 79%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.47 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
—
Boys Athletic Participation
—
Expenses Per Student
—
National
$12,239- 90%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.51 responses
- 69%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.51 responses
- 90%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.51 responses
Houston High School Reviews
275 reviews
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I really liked a lot of things about my school. This school is one of the best in the state. However, it did have downfalls. Sports are a huge focus, but some are excluded. They only make the sports that bring in the most money (like football) important. They paid a million dollars for the new football field last year, while the softball team has to practice at the church across the street because of the lack of facilities! I also want to note that the competition is high at our school. It's good for those wanting to get 7 AP classes in and get 36's on the ACT, but the curriculum leaves behind those who don't learn as quickly (through no fault of their own). I can't complain much because of the kind of school I go to.I should be lucky that I am in one of the best schools.
Houston is a great place to challenge yourself since the academic environment is quite demanding and competitive. My experience has been great socially and academically, but there's always that one teacher that might not be the best. Overall though, Houston is a great school!
My academic experience at Houston High School has been rigorous, challenging, and stimulating. A few of my teachers have not met my high expectations, but most of them have been able to teach me their subjects thoroughly and clearly. Also, most of my teachers have greatly prepared me for test such as the ACT and AP exams.
On the other hand, I have not particularly enjoyed the atmosphere of the school. The majority of the students are from upper middle-class families and enjoy many luxuries that people from other parts of Memphis do not. This has been evident throughout my high school career in the attitudes of my peers. Those who work hard to make themselves appear "cool" are often in charge of school organizations and clubs, which means that they influence much of what happens at school.
Overall, my experience at Houston High School has not been especially amazing, but I believe I am very well-prepared to succeed in college.
On the other hand, I have not particularly enjoyed the atmosphere of the school. The majority of the students are from upper middle-class families and enjoy many luxuries that people from other parts of Memphis do not. This has been evident throughout my high school career in the attitudes of my peers. Those who work hard to make themselves appear "cool" are often in charge of school organizations and clubs, which means that they influence much of what happens at school.
Overall, my experience at Houston High School has not been especially amazing, but I believe I am very well-prepared to succeed in college.