Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ella J Baker Montessori School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ella J Baker Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ella J Baker Montessori School's student population of 567 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ella J Baker Montessori School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ella J Baker Montessori School is 0.70, 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
#3169 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
31%
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
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ella J Baker Montessori School's ranking?
Ella J Baker Montessori School is ranked #3169 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ella J Baker Montessori School often compared to?
Ella J Baker Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Ella J Baker Montessori School?
567 students attend Ella J Baker Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ella J Baker Montessori School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ella J Baker Montessori School?
Ella J Baker Montessori School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ella J Baker Montessori School offer ?
Ella J Baker Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ella J Baker Montessori School part of?
Ella J Baker Montessori School is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Ella J Baker Montessori School located?
Ella J Baker Montessori School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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