Serving 873 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Askew 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ASKEW EL serves the west part of its school district in Houston, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, with the furthest point being 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Askew Elementary School's student population of 873 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
873 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Askew Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Askew Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#5112 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
35%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Askew Elementary School's ranking?
Askew Elementary School is ranked #5112 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Askew Elementary School often compared to?
Askew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashford Elementary School, Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Askew Elementary School?
873 students attend Askew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Askew Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Askew Elementary School?
Askew Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Askew Elementary School offer ?
Askew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Askew Elementary School part of?
Askew Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Askew Elementary School located?
Askew Elementary School is located in the Briar Forest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Briar Forest.
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