Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deanda Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 98% 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: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deanda Elementary serves the southeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deanda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Deanda Elementary School's student population of 670 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
670 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Deanda Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deanda Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1775 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 13-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 Deanda Elementary School's ranking?
Deanda Elementary School is ranked #1775 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Deanda Elementary School?
670 students attend Deanda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Deanda Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deanda Elementary School?
Deanda Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deanda Elementary School offer ?
Deanda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Deanda Elementary School part of?
Deanda Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Deanda Elementary School located?
Deanda Elementary School is located in the Greater Hobby Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Greater Hobby Area.
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