Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Cornerstone Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cornerstone Academy's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cornerstone Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Academy is 0.65, which is more 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
#142 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
48%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornerstone Academy's ranking?
Cornerstone Academy is ranked #142 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Academy?
371 students attend Cornerstone Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cornerstone Academy students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornerstone Academy?
Cornerstone Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Academy offer ?
Cornerstone Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cornerstone Academy part of?
Cornerstone Academy is part of Spring Branch ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Academy located?
Cornerstone Academy is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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