High School Safety Rankings

Hey all, thinking ahead a bit and I've been searching for the best fit for my upcoming high school journey. I live in Houston and, though I really just want to focus on academics, I'm kind of worried about safety. Do you guys have any info on how my local high schools rank in terms of safety?

Sure, safety is absolutely a crucial aspect when considering high schools. However, rankings on the safety of specific local high schools aren't typically publicly available. Schools prioritize the safety of their students, but they don't generally have safety ratings like colleges do.

There a few steps you can take in order to get a better sense of individual high school safety:

1. Try reaching out directly to the school or its district office. They can provide you with information about their safety protocols, measures in place, and any specific programs they have for student safety.

2. Look up crime rates in the area around the school. Websites that provide neighborhood crime statistics can help give an idea of the general safety environment. Keep in mind that surrounding areas can be different from the school environment, but this can contribute to your knowledge.

3. Try to attend an open house event, if available. This can give you an opportunity to not only see security measures firsthand, but also get a sense of the general feel of the school.

4. You could also consider talking to current students or parents to get their opinion. Their experiences can give you valuable insight into the day-to-day safety in the school.

Remember, consider safety in conjunction with other factors like academic offerings, extracurricular activities, and school size in order to find the right school for your needs.