Hempstead High School is a public high school located in the city of Hempstead, Texas, United States and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Hempstead Independent School District located in northwestern Waller County.
Serving 447 students in grades 9-12, Hempstead High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hempstead High School's student population of 447 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Hempstead High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hempstead High School is 0.56, 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
#8007 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hempstead High School's ranking?
Hempstead High School is ranked #8007 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hempstead High School often compared to?
Hempstead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hempstead Elementary School, Hempstead Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hempstead High School?
The graduation rate of Hempstead High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hempstead High School?
447 students attend Hempstead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hempstead High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hempstead High School?
Hempstead High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hempstead High School offer ?
Hempstead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hempstead High School part of?
Hempstead High School is part of Hempstead Independent School District.
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