Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School's student population of 560 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School is 0.02, 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
#1069 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School's ranking?
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School is ranked #1069 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School?
560 students attend Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School?
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School offer ?
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School part of?
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School is part of Amigos Por Vida-Friends For Life Pub Chtr Sch School District.
In what neighborhood is Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School located?
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School is located in the Gulfton neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Gulfton.
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