Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmore Elementary School 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elmore Elementary School's student population of 577 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmore Elementary School 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 Elmore Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#7686 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
41%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmore Elementary School's ranking?
Elmore Elementary School is ranked #7686 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elmore Elementary School often compared to?
Elmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilliard Elementary School, Mcgowen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elmore Elementary School?
577 students attend Elmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Elmore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmore Elementary School?
Elmore Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elmore Elementary School offer ?
Elmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmore Elementary School part of?
Elmore Elementary School is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Elmore Elementary School located?
Elmore Elementary School is located in the Settegast neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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