Serving 680 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, De Chaumes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DE CHAUMES EL serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
De Chaumes Elementary School's student population of 680 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
680 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Texas Armadillos
School Rankings
De Chaumes 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 De Chaumes Elementary 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
#3456 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Texas Armadillos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Chaumes Elementary School's ranking?
De Chaumes Elementary School is ranked #3456 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are De Chaumes Elementary School often compared to?
De Chaumes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durkee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend De Chaumes Elementary School?
680 students attend De Chaumes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of De Chaumes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Chaumes Elementary School?
De Chaumes Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does De Chaumes Elementary School offer ?
De Chaumes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is De Chaumes Elementary School part of?
De Chaumes Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is De Chaumes Elementary School located?
De Chaumes Elementary School is located in the Northside And Northline neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside And Northline.
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