Serving 938 students in grades Kindergarten-5, B H Hamblen 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
B H Hamblen Elementary School's student population of 938 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
B H Hamblen 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 B H Hamblen Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#4911 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
3%
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
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B H Hamblen Elementary School's ranking?
B H Hamblen Elementary School is ranked #4911 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend B H Hamblen Elementary School?
938 students attend B H Hamblen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of B H Hamblen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of B H Hamblen Elementary School?
B H Hamblen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does B H Hamblen Elementary School offer ?
B H Hamblen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is B H Hamblen Elementary School part of?
B H Hamblen Elementary School is part of Channelview ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is B H Hamblen Elementary School located?
B H Hamblen Elementary School is located in the Sterling Green South neighborhood of Channelview, TX.
School Reviews
5 1/28/2012
This school is really amazing, i go here and i find it tons of fun! Although, no one can tell them this, but i have a major crush on Julian sanchez and his cousin Aaron. That's another reason why this school is so amazing!
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