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 1,352 students in grades 6-12, Sharpstown International School ranks in the top 50% 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 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- 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
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sharpstown International School's student population of 1,352 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Black, Navy Blue, Red
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Sharpstown International School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharpstown International School is 0.24, 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
#2468 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
87%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharpstown International School's ranking?
Sharpstown International School is ranked #2468 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
1,352 students attend Sharpstown International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sharpstown International School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharpstown International School?
Sharpstown International School has a student ration of 19:1, 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
2 10/10/2025
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