Representing the exceptional Class of 2026, Katy ISD recognizes this year’s valedictorians and salutatorians in a May 8 press release -- students who have excelled academically while distinguishing themselves among the nation’s top young scholars.

These accomplished seniors rose to the top in one of the state’s most competitive academic environments, earning the highest honors at the No. 1 rated public school district in the Houston area and the No. 1 large school District in Texas, according to Niche.

“These students exemplify academic excellence, resilience and a relentless commitment to learning,” Katy ISD Chief Academic Officer Christine Caskey said. “Their accomplishments reflect years of hard work and the unwavering support of their families, teachers and campus communities. We are incredibly proud of the legacy they leave behind and excited for the impact they will make in the future.”

Katy ISD congratulates the Class of 2026 valedictorians and salutatorians for their extraordinary achievements and wishes them continued success as they begin the next chapter of their educational journeys.

Cinco Ranch High School

· Valedictorian – Sophie Zirui Cai, GPA: 4.8438

· Salutatorian – Srisamhita Ponnapalli, GPA: 4.8421


Jordan High School

· Valedictorian – Suchay Sai Kommisetty, GPA: 4.9163

· Salutatorian – Murugan Jagan, GPA: 4.9054


Katy High School

· Valedictorian – Daniela Isabel Gonzalez Landino, GPA: 4.8485

· Salutatorian – Praghilan Sudhakar, GPA: 4.8406


Mayde Creek High School

· Valedictorian – Ifrah Shoaib, GPA: 4.8235

· Salutatorian – Orlando Tomas Brslik-Lumicao, GPA: 4.8197


Morton Ranch High School

· Valedictorian – Dakotah Lynn Mock, GPA: 4.7937

· Salutatorian – Vasska Banzragch Effendi, GPA: 4.7681



Paetow High School

· Valedictorian – Adithya Narayan, GPA: 4.7692

· Salutatorian – Henel Gikonyo Kimaru, GPA: 4.7547


Seven Lakes High School

· Valedictorian – Urmi Annabelle Sarkar, GPA: 4.8857

· Salutatorian – Eric Xaixiang Zhang, GPA: 4.8816


Taylor High School

· Valedictorian – Travis Tang Feng, GPA: 4.8714

· Salutatorian – Missy Han, GPA: 4.8448


Tompkins High School

· Valedictorian – Sean Bo Lu, GPA: 4.9

· Salutatorian – Shreyas Ramesh Kini, GPA: 4.88