Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Heights Elementary serves a central area in Laredo, TX, encompassing approximately 0.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heights Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heights Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1258 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Heights Strong
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Heights Elementary School is ranked #1258 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matias De Llano Elementary School, San Isidro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Heights Elementary School?
508 students attend Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heights Elementary School?
Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heights Elementary School offer ?
Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Heights Elementary School part of?
Heights Elementary School is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Heights Elementary School located?
Heights Elementary School is located in the Eastern Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Eastern Division.
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