With almost 4,300 students, the massive Elsik High School is like its own ecosystem. If you like aquatic ecosystems, there’s even a natatorium on the campus.
Most of Elsik’s action takes place at its ninth through twelfth grade campus at 12601 High Star Drive, but there’s also a ninth-grade center at 6767 Dairy Ashford Road. Headquartered at both Elsik campuses is the Alief International Academy.
Although most Alief students are assigned to their high school by a computerized lottery, admittance to the International Academy guarantees you'll go to Elsik. This school-within-a-school aims to develop multilingual, globally competent, college- and career-ready citizens. International Academy students are expected to study two languages and learn to think critically about challenging global issues.
International Academy students also participate in regular classes and extracurricular activities including athletics, if they choose to do so. The Mighty Rams football and basketball teams are well-known in Houston and throughout Texas.
Another option open to Elsik students is top-of-the-line career and vocational training. After taking introductory classes, students spend part of their day at Alief’s career center to complete certifications and earn college credit. Fields of study include automotive technology, culinary arts, health and veterinary science, robotics and welding.
Elsik High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
12601 High Star Dr,
Houston, TX
Alief Independent School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
28%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
80%
Niche Grade
C+
B
B
C+
C
B-
B+
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
237
Full Time Teachers
237
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
520
Verbal
520
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
24
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
77%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
5%
State Average
16%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
273:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
Hispanic
62.7%
Black
24.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.6%
White
2.7%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Houston
1,298 Students
Texas A&M University
856 Students
University of Texas - Austin
805 Students
University of Houston - Downtown
745 Students
Houston Community College
667 Students
Texas State University
627 Students
Rice University
570 Students
Houston Christian University
528 Students
Baylor University
451 Students
Sam Houston State University
343 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
311 Students
Business
271 Students
Biology
232 Students
Psychology
161 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
139 Students
Computer Science
123 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
86 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
78 Students
Accounting
73 Students
Criminology
67 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/15/2025
I would say my overall experience in Elsik is the average high school experience. Of course, sometimes the students would misbehave and not follow directions, but overall the educational ways were good, the sports teams were also good, and the environment was welcoming.
4/25/2025
Being at Elsik High-school wasn't the best but not the worst I say my school is the pride of Alief we do everything better than any other Alief school the clubs and activities was the best part of this high school everyone come from different backgrounds and walks a life which makes it better to bond and get to know each other the only thing I don't like about the school is the lack of spirit within the faculty and the students (students in no extracurricular activities) they make some events we have not enjoyable
2/2/2025
One experience that I were able to experiencing at Elsik is, for that first time, I involved in a Food Drive Short Video that promote the food drive to the students. It's a great time I get to spent with students I never met before and work with them to create a short video. This experience help me improve my speaking and collaboration skill. Beside all the fun and valuable time, I find it difficult for me to speak and act my line on the video; I have to record a couple of time to get my part to be perfect. After all, it is an honor for me to be a part of the Elsik Food Drive promotion video and it was an memory that will move along with me.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/26/2023
During my years of being a student I would honestly say Elsik was one of THE WORST school experiences of my entire life, the assistant principals and staff were extremely rude and left me emotionally traumatized however, some of the teachers are very kind and patient to students.
11/10/2020
The In my short lifetime of 15 years, I have never been so disappointed in a school, like this takes the cake and then some like. You don't ever want to visit it. The football team is the worst one in history as far as know so very other sport excluding soccer, but this is America one watch soccer....
11/9/2019
10/10 it is honestly one of the best schools around.
8/13/2018
I have had a wonderful experience at Elsik High School. I'm very proud that my daughter is a mighty Ram! I am very pleased with the staff and the numerous extra-curricular programs available to the students. Students who choose to be successful here, will be successful!
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List Price Range
$90K - $430K
Homes For Sale
299
Average Home Value
$233,508
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
56%
Average Household Income
$58,316
% of College Grads
18.6%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
1,764 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
60.2%
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Parks in this Area
Texas Direct Auto Dog Park
Boone Road Park
- Lake
- Trails
- Playground
Harwin Park
- Trails
- Playground
Hackberry Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Alief Community Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Arthur Storey Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Alief-Amity Park
Princeton Journal Park
Little Villa Wetland Park
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Elsik High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Houston, TX and is served by the Alief Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 4,123 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 28% are proficient in reading. Elsik High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.36, the graduation rate is 80%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $233,508. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hastings High School, Kerr High School, Taylor High School, and more. Learn more about what Houston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Elsik High School.