William B. Travis High School

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William B. Travis High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
11111 Harlem Rd,  Richmond, TX
Fort Bend Independent School District
3.8
4.0
3,114 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Julie Diaz
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
51%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
B
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
51%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
166
Full Time Teachers
166
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
29
AP Pass Rate
68.7%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
24%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
430:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
Black
29.1%
Asian
29%
Hispanic
19.5%
White
18.4%
Two or more races
3.5%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#9 Most Diverse Public HS in Texas
#20 Best Magnet HS in Texas
#120 Best College Prep Public HS in Texas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB 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 1,577 Students
University of Texas - Austin 1,393 Students
Texas A&M University 1,338 Students
Rice University 808 Students
Texas State University 702 Students
Baylor University 664 Students
University of Houston - Downtown 576 Students
Texas Tech University 519 Students
Houston Christian University 491 Students
The University of Texas at San Antonio 441 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 454 Students
Business 393 Students
Nursing 340 Students
Psychology 282 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 262 Students
Computer Science 234 Students
Marketing 129 Students
Finance 128 Students
Mechanical Engineering 116 Students
Public Health 114 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 684 Reviews
4.0 Junior
11/5/2025
It was overwhelming at first, and the hallways are slightly narrow but I enjoy the multiple clubs and activities that Travis has to offer
4.0 Senior
5/13/2025
I've had an easy high school experience due to my teachers being so involved in my life and wanting better for me and the students around me. They've provided me with amazing experiences and opportunities to build relationships and resumes. Everyone is proud of Travis and respects the cultural. Alumni always come back to help support the new generations.
5.0 Senior
12/19/2024
Good and the faculty and staff are super helpful. The classes are awesome and fun to be in. One notable thing here is the student diversity.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 14 Reviews
3.0 student
5/22/2025
Okay school. Some teachers can be EXTREMELY rude to students AND parents.
5.0 other
1/10/2024
Strong community, good sports programs, successful students who go to top ranking schools, we've had a student or multiple students go to the ivy league or top 20 schools every year. nearly 40 kids will go to UT and another 100 go to A&M, good teachers and if you take AP classes good preparation for...
5.0 parent
3/25/2023
Travis High School is one of the most diverse in state within supporting together like “one big family” but teachers can be little nonsense but overall at the end of the day, it comes to an success for the school year.
5.0 other
3/25/2023
I heard that this school have given opportunities for many tutorials from teacher for helps in needs with many communication with people and making many new friends!!

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William B. Travis High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Richmond, TX and is served by the Fort Bend Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 3,114 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. William B. Travis High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $569,033. Discover additional schools in the area, like Stephen F Austin High School, ILTexas Katy-Westpark High School, Westlake Lutheran Academy, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near William B. Travis High School.

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