Serving 2,634 students in grades 9-12, Willis 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willis High School's student population of 2,634 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
School Rankings
Willis High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willis High School is 0.61, 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
#6152 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis High School's ranking?
Willis High School is ranked #6152 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Willis High School often compared to?
Willis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conroe High School, Montgomery High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willis High School?
The graduation rate of Willis High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Willis High School?
2,634 students attend Willis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Willis High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willis High School?
Willis High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willis High School offer ?
Willis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Willis High School part of?
Willis High School is part of Willis Independent School District.
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