Hightower High School

Direction3333 Hurricane Ln, Missouri City, TX, 77459
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Public School FORT BEND ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 65
Student Progress 68
Closing Performance Gaps 71
Overall 69

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Hightower High School, a beacon of academic excellence and innovation nestled in the vibrant community of Missouri City, Texas. Located at 3333 Hurricane Lane, our school is a proud member of the Fort Bend ISD family, renowned for its commitment to providing a top-tier educational experience.

At Hightower High School, we believe in fostering an environment where every student can thrive, and this is made possible by our dedicated team of educators. Our faculty comprises 139 highly qualified teachers who bring with them an average of 11 years of experience in the teaching field. Their tenure at Hightower averages 7 years, highlighting their dedication and stability within our educational community. This wealth of experience ensures that our teaching approaches are both time-tested and innovative, helping each student reach their full potential.

Our student body is vibrant and diverse, with 2,356 young minds eager to learn and grow. The student to teacher ratio of 17.00 S/T allows for personalized attention and an intimate classroom setting, ensuring that no student is left behind. This ratio is further enhanced by the support of 16 dedicated education aids, who assist in nurturing a supportive and effective learning environment.

At Hightower High School, we are more than just a school; we are a community. We believe in building strong foundations for our students, not just academically, but also socially and emotionally. Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of the future, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their chosen paths.

For those interested in joining our dynamic community, or if you have any inquiries about our programs and initiatives, please don’t hesitate to contact us at (281) 634-5240. Join us at Hightower High School, where we are committed to shaping the leaders of tomorrow through excellence in education today.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
2312
Is Charter
No
Address
3333 HURRICANE LN, MISSOURI CITY, TX, 77459
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Principal
ANDRE ROBERSON
School District
Phone
(281) 634-5240
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Hightower High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 1,281 55.77%
Hispanic 772 33.61%
White 30 1.31%
Asian 129 5.62%
Native American 13 0.57%
Two or More Races 67 2.92%
Total Students 2,297 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 1,363 59.34%
Limited English Proficiency 411 17.89%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 400 17.41%
Gifted & Talented 45 1.96%
Special Education 285 12.41%
Teacher Student Ratio 16.00 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 6 4.18%
20 - 30 years 21 14.49%
10 - 20 years 39 27.39%
6 - 10 years 34 23.97%
1- 5 years 41 28.50%
Beginning Teacher 2 1.46%
Teacher Experience Average 11.60 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 6.00 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 144 100%
Female Teachers 73 50.87 %
Male Teachers 71 49.13 %
School Admin 7
School Support 15
Edu Aids 12
Special Education 24

Hightower High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 72% 62% 62% 87% 94%
African American 74% 64% 65% 88% 94%
Hispanic 65% 52% 53% 84% 93%
White 74% 65% *% *% 90%
Asian 95% 92% 93% 97% 100%
Two or More Races 87% 78% 83% 95% 100%
Economically Disadvantaged 69% 57% 58% 86% 94%
Male Students 67% 54% 57% 86% 92%
Female Students 78% 71% 67% 88% 96%
Special Education 41% 28% 30% 64% 73%
Limited English Proficiency 59% 45% 52% 83% 88%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 79.7 920 19.9 18.1
African American 79.4 895 17.5 11.3
Hispanic 71.6 873 * 10.4
White 100 1067 * 64.3
Asian 100 1156 27.9 63.2
Two or More Races 76.9 834 n/a 10
Male Students 75.5 916 22.5 17.8
Female Students 83.9 923 18.7 18.4
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 51.4 36.4 32.8 91.2 0.4 2.6 5.7
African American 51 34.6 31.5 92.2 0.3 1.6 5.9
Hispanic 45 27.5 23.6 88.7 0.8 4.5 6.1
White 84.6 69.2 69.2 85.7 n/a n/a 14.3
Asian 77.4 81.1 73.6 95.9 n/a 2 2
Two or More Races 46.2 30.8 30.8 100 n/a n/a n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 90 0.9 3.4 5.7
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 92.5 n/a 1.7 5.8
Special Education 10.9 7.3 1.8 84.6 n/a 3.1 12.3
Eco Disadvantaged 44.4 30.5 26.5 90.9 0.5 2.5 6.1

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Great magnet school for STEM!

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