Serving 838 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frostwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Frostwood Elementary serves the south part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frostwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frostwood Elementary School's student population of 838 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
838 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to encourage successful, creative learners who are equipped socially, academically, morally, and technologically to meet the challenges of the 21st century in a safe and cooperative learning environment.
School Rankings
Frostwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frostwood 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
#199 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-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 Frostwood Elementary School's ranking?
Frostwood Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Frostwood Elementary School often compared to?
Frostwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunker Hill Elementary School, Rummel Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Frostwood Elementary School?
838 students attend Frostwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Frostwood Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frostwood Elementary School?
Frostwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frostwood Elementary School offer ?
Frostwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Frostwood Elementary School part of?
Frostwood Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Frostwood Elementary School located?
Frostwood Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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