Serving 874 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sampson 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sampson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sampson Elementary School's student population of 874 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sampson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sampson Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
55%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sampson Elementary School's ranking?
Sampson Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sampson Elementary School often compared to?
Sampson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warner Elementary School, Pope Elementary School, Hamilton 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 41% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sampson Elementary School?
874 students attend Sampson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sampson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sampson Elementary School?
Sampson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sampson Elementary School offer ?
Sampson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sampson Elementary School part of?
Sampson Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Sampson Elementary School located?
Sampson Elementary School is located in the Coles Crossing neighborhood of Cypress, TX.
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