Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Responsible, Respectful, Ready!
School Rankings
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 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 0.04, 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
#1294 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1294 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School often compared to?
Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ser-ninos Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
524 students attend Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Amigos Por Vida-friends For Life Charter School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
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 18:1, 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-5
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 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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