Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Atkinson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Atkinson Elementary School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkinson Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6874 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkinson Elementary School's ranking?
Atkinson Elementary School is ranked #6874 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Atkinson Elementary School?
444 students attend Atkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Atkinson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atkinson Elementary School?
Atkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atkinson Elementary School offer ?
Atkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Atkinson Elementary School part of?
Atkinson Elementary School is part of Pasadena ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Atkinson Elementary School located?
Atkinson Elementary School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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