Obra D. Tompkins High School is a high school located in unincorporated Fort Bend County, Texas in Greater Katy, within Greater Houston. The school is part of the Katy Independent School District.
Serving 3,061 students in grades 9-12, Tompkins High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,061 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tompkins 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Tompkins High School's student population of 3,061 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 185 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,061 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
185 teachers
Year Founded
2013
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Crimson
School Rankings
Tompkins High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tompkins High School is 0.74, 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
#232 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
31%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tompkins High School's ranking?
Tompkins High School is ranked #232 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tompkins High School often compared to?
Tompkins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Lakes High School, Cinco Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tompkins High School?
The graduation rate of Tompkins High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tompkins High School?
3,061 students attend Tompkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Tompkins High School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tompkins High School?
Tompkins High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tompkins High School offer ?
Tompkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tompkins High School part of?
Tompkins High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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