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Houston Academy For International Studies

1810 STUART, HOUSTON, TX, 77004

Ranked 879 of 1979 in Texas

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About Houston Academy For International Studies

Houston Academy for International Studies is a public magnet high school in Houston, Texas, that serves grades 9–12 and is part of the Houston Independent School District. The school has about 400 to 600 students and a student-teacher ratio of about 20 to 1, which makes for a small, focused learning environment. Houston Academy for International Studies focuses on global education, languages, and international studies. Its curriculum includes cultural awareness, world history, and foreign language proficiency. The school says that about 42% of students are good at math and 95% are good at reading/ELA, which shows that they are very good at reading and writing. Students also take standardized tests like the SAT and get help with college counseling. Funding per student is in line with the average for Texas public schools and supports academic and enrichment programs. To learn more about schools, go to the best high school in Texas. Overall, Houston Academy for International Studies has a unique curriculum that focuses on the world and helps students do well on reading tests. It also prepares them for college and international opportunities.

Houston Academy For International Studies Contact Information

Address

1810 STUART, HOUSTON, TX, 77004

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Phone

(713) 942-1430

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 42%
Reading 95%
State average proficiency is 42% in Math and 95% in Reading.
21
Full-time Teachers
22 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
456
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 879 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Houston Academy For International Studies

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 6:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 8.77%
Asian 2.19%
Hispanic 59.43%
Black 26.97%
Two+ Races 2.19%
Native Am. 0.44%
White
8.77%
Asian
2.19%
Hispanic
59.43%
Black
26.97%
Two+ Races
2.19%
Native Am.
0.44%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 456
65.79%
300 Female
34.21%
156 Male

Student Population

456 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

456 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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In 2026, the Houston Academy for International Studies in Houston will be known for having the best teachers in the world. Students benefit from language programs and international studies projects. The school keeps teaching students about different cultures and how to get ready for college so they can do well in a world that is connected.

FAQ

Q1. Do you have to apply to get into Houston Academy for International Studies?

Ans. Yes, most of the time, students have to apply through the district's magnet school process.

Q2. Are there any programs for exchange or travel abroad?

Ans. Some programs might let you meet people from other countries or learn about their cultures.

Q3. Is there a dress code at the school?

Ans. Yes, students are usually expected to wear certain clothes or follow a dress code.

Q4. Do students get rides to school?

Ans. Yes, students who are eligible can get help with transportation from the district.

Q5. Are there chances to be a leader at the school?

Ans. Students can take on leadership roles in clubs and student groups, yes.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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