Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gross 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gross Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gross Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gross Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#6370 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
41%
13%
White
2%
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
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gross Elementary School's ranking?
Gross Elementary School is ranked #6370 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gross Elementary School often compared to?
Gross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milne Elementary School, Valley West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gross Elementary School?
507 students attend Gross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 2% 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 Gross Elementary School?
Gross Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gross Elementary School offer ?
Gross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gross Elementary School part of?
Gross Elementary School is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Gross Elementary School located?
Gross Elementary School is located in the Sharpstown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Sharpstown.
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