Sharpstown International School is a middle and high school in Houston, Texas, located in Section 2 of Sharpstown Country Club Estates. The school serves grades 6 through 12 and is part of the Houston Independent School District. As of 2023 it is an all-magnet school.
Serving 1,297 students in grades 6-12, Sharpstown International School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharpstown International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sharpstown International School's student population of 1,297 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Black, Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Sharpstown International School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharpstown International School is 0.25, 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
#2218 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharpstown International School's ranking?
Sharpstown International School is ranked #2218 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sharpstown International School often compared to?
Sharpstown International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Debakey H S For Health Prof by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sharpstown International School?
The graduation rate of Sharpstown International School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sharpstown International School?
1,297 students attend Sharpstown International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sharpstown International School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharpstown International School?
Sharpstown International School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sharpstown International School offer ?
Sharpstown International School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Sharpstown International School part of?
Sharpstown International School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sharpstown International School located?
Sharpstown International School is located in the Sharpstown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Sharpstown.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
This school is great, the staff are very friendly and helpful. My children can always find a teacher to truly trust here.
2 9/1/2015
Parents be aware of this school. I have been keeping my eyes on this school. It's hard to say because some just dropped off.some can't understand. Fox 26 do.
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