Serving 887 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Askew Elementary School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Askew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Askew Elementary School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Askew Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Askew Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#4058 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
42%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 #4058 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
887 students attend Askew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Askew Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 18:1, 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 ISD 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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