Serving 990 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerson 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson Elementary serves the west part of Houston, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 990 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
990 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#6715 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #6715 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briarmeadow Charter, Piney Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
990 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Emerson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson Elementary School located?
Emerson Elementary School is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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