James E. Taylor High School is a public high school in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, in the Greater Katy area. The campus is located within the Nottingham Country subdivision, but is not within the Katy city limits. The school serves grades 9 through 12, and is part of Katy Independent School District.
Serving 3,188 students in grades 9-12, Taylor High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor 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
Diversity
School Overview
Taylor High School's student population of 3,188 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 197 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
197 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Taylor High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylor High School is 0.71, 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
#845 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
39%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colonel
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor High School's ranking?
Taylor High School is ranked #845 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Taylor High School often compared to?
Taylor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cinco Ranch High School, Seven Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylor High School?
The graduation rate of Taylor High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Taylor High School?
3,188 students attend Taylor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Taylor High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taylor High School?
Taylor High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taylor High School offer ?
Taylor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Taylor High School part of?
Taylor High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Taylor High School located?
Taylor High School is located in the Nottingham Country neighborhood of Katy, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Nottingham Country.
School Reviews
5 7/3/2013
I currently live in Colorado . We will be moving to Texas, Katy area. I would like my Children to attend Taylor High School. Could you please tell me the zip codes I should be looking in to purchase a home so our Children can go to Taylor High School.
Thank You,
Elsa Maestas
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