Shadow Creek High School is a public high school in the Shadow Creek Ranch area of Pearland, Texas, in Greater Houston. A part of the Alvin Independent School District, SCHS was established in 2016. The mascot is the shark. The school was named after its location in Shadow Creek Ranch.
Serving 2,582 students in grades 9-12, Shadow Creek High 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 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadow Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Shadow Creek High School's student population of 2,582 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Year Founded
2016
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Shadow Creek High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadow Creek High School is 0.72, 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
#2564 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
42%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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: Sharks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Creek High School's ranking?
Shadow Creek High School is ranked #2564 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shadow Creek High School often compared to?
Shadow Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manvel High School, Glenda Dawson High School, Pearland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shadow Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Shadow Creek High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shadow Creek High School?
2,582 students attend Shadow Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Shadow Creek High School students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shadow Creek High School?
Shadow Creek High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shadow Creek High School offer ?
Shadow Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shadow Creek High School part of?
Shadow Creek High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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