Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kolter Elementary School 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 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kolter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kolter Elementary School's student population of 744 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kolter Elementary School 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 Kolter Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#221 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kolter Elementary School's ranking?
Kolter Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kolter Elementary School often compared to?
Kolter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lovett Elementary School, Parker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Kolter Elementary School?
744 students attend Kolter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kolter Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kolter Elementary School?
Kolter Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kolter Elementary School offer ?
Kolter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kolter Elementary School part of?
Kolter Elementary School is part of Houston ISD School District.
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