Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Step Charter Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Step Charter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Step Charter Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Step Charter Elementary 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 Step Charter Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1441 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
2%
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
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Step Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Step Charter Elementary School is ranked #1441 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Step Charter Elementary School often compared to?
Step Charter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Middle School, Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Step Charter Elementary School?
287 students attend Step Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Step Charter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Step Charter Elementary School?
Step Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Step Charter Elementary School offer ?
Step Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Step Charter Elementary School part of?
Step Charter Elementary School is part of Step Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Step Charter Elementary School located?
Step Charter Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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