Serving 711 students in grades 1-5, Carmichael 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmichael Elementary serves the west part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmichael Elementary School's student population of 711 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmichael Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmichael Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#3396 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Carmichael Elementary School's ranking?
Carmichael Elementary School is ranked #3396 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carmichael Elementary School often compared to?
Carmichael Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kujawa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carmichael Elementary School?
711 students attend Carmichael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Carmichael Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmichael Elementary School?
Carmichael Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carmichael Elementary School offer ?
Carmichael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Carmichael Elementary School part of?
Carmichael Elementary School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmichael Elementary School located?
Carmichael Elementary School is located in the Northwest Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwest Park.
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