Serving 993 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 993 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
993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson 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 Emerson Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#6320 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #6320 out of 8,188 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
993 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Emerson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 2% 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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