Serving 536 students in grades 1-5, H M Carroll Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: H M Carroll Elementary serves the west part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
H M Carroll Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
H M Carroll Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of H M Carroll Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#3849 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 H M Carroll Elementary School's ranking?
H M Carroll Elementary School is ranked #3849 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend H M Carroll Elementary School?
536 students attend H M Carroll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of H M Carroll Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H M Carroll Elementary School?
H M Carroll Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does H M Carroll Elementary School offer ?
H M Carroll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is H M Carroll Elementary School part of?
H M Carroll Elementary School is part of Sheldon Independent School District.
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