Sam Rayburn High School is a public high school located in Pasadena, Texas in the United States. The school is a part of the Pasadena Independent School District.
Serving 2,692 students in grades 9-12, Sam Rayburn High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Rayburn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sam Rayburn High School's student population of 2,692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Sam Rayburn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sam Rayburn High School is 0.15, 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
#4272 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Texan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Rayburn High School's ranking?
Sam Rayburn High School is ranked #4272 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sam Rayburn High School often compared to?
Sam Rayburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pasadena Memorial High School, South Houston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sam Rayburn High School?
The graduation rate of Sam Rayburn High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sam Rayburn High School?
2,692 students attend Sam Rayburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sam Rayburn High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sam Rayburn High School?
Sam Rayburn High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sam Rayburn High School offer ?
Sam Rayburn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sam Rayburn High School part of?
Sam Rayburn High School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sam Rayburn High School located?
Sam Rayburn High School is located in the Hubbell neighborhood of Pasadena, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Hubbell.
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