Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Draw Academy 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Draw Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Draw Academy's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Draw Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Draw Academy is 0.02, 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
#7385 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Draw Academy's ranking?
Draw Academy is ranked #7385 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Draw Academy often compared to?
Draw Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Briarmeadow Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Draw Academy?
677 students attend Draw Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Draw Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Draw Academy?
Draw Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Draw Academy offer ?
Draw Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Draw Academy part of?
Draw Academy is part of Draw Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Draw Academy located?
Draw Academy is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
School Reviews
5 2/25/2011
This school works because the children are always engaged in learning. I have never once heard by daughter say she was bored at DRAW Academy. The teachers are very dedicated.
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