Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gallegos Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallegos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gallegos Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Gallegos 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 Gallegos Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#4597 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
![This chart displays the overall school rank of Gallegos Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the overall school rank of Gallegos Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/overall_school_rank/79000/78833/gallegos-elementary-school-chart-lpGqPR.png)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Gallegos Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Gallegos Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/math_percent/79000/78833/gallegos-elementary-school-chart-bbLJcUo.png)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Gallegos Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Gallegos Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/rla_percent/79000/78833/gallegos-elementary-school-chart-ODQGXG.png)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Gallegos Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Gallegos Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/sci_percent/79000/78833/gallegos-elementary-school-chart-fCYIbV.png)
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
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Black
3%
13%
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White
n/a
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Gallegos Elementary School. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Gallegos Elementary School.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/school_ethnicity/79000/78833/gallegos-elementary-school-chart-b2El5bG.png)
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/79000/78833/gallegos-elementary-school-chart-bxgfJ9Z.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of Gallegos Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Gallegos Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/79000/78833/gallegos-elementary-school-chart-bis5HdI.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallegos Elementary School's ranking?
Gallegos Elementary School is ranked #4597 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gallegos Elementary School?
334 students attend Gallegos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gallegos Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gallegos Elementary School?
Gallegos Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gallegos Elementary School offer ?
Gallegos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gallegos Elementary School part of?
Gallegos Elementary School is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Gallegos Elementary School located?
Gallegos Elementary School is located in the Magnolia Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Magnolia Park.
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