History of Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District

The Goose Creek Independent School District was organized in 1919 and served the tri-cities of Pelly, Goose Creek, and Baytown. These communities came together as one under the name of Baytown in 1948. The community flourished economically due to local success in the oil industry.

In 1935, an organized movement set the wheels in motion to separate the Highlands School from Crosby School District and consolidate Highlands with the Goose Creek School District. In 1954, Goose Creek ISD consolidated with Cedar Bayou ISD to form Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District.

The district launched its first building program in 1921 with the passing of a $200,000 bond issue for the purchase of land and construction of five schools.

About the District

Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District serves over 24,000 students in Baytown and Highlands, spanning approximately 134 square miles, just 30 miles east of Houston. The district includes 32 schools: six high schools (three traditional and three specialty), six junior schools, 16 elementary schools with one early learning academy, one alternative school and a virtual school serving grades 4-12.

In 2022, the GCCISD Robotics Center opened, enhancing the district's commitment to STEM education. Goose Creek CISD also operates nine auxiliary buildings to support district operations and is the largest employer in its area, providing over 4,000 jobs. 

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