United High School is a public high school located in the northern portion of Laredo, Texas, United States, and is a part of the United Independent School District. A new campus opened on August 24, 2009, for the 2009-2010 school year to alleviate overcrowding at the old campus.
Serving 3,567 students in grades 9-12, United High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
United High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
United High School's student population of 3,567 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 220 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
220 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Orange & White
School Rankings
United High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United High School is 0.04, 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
#1936 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorn
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United High School's ranking?
United High School is ranked #1936 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are United High School often compared to?
United High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John B Alexander High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of United High School?
The graduation rate of United High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend United High School?
3,567 students attend United High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of United High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of United High School?
United High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does United High School offer ?
United High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is United High School part of?
United High School is part of United Independent School District.
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