Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henderson N 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson N EL serves the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the closest edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henderson N Elementary School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Henderson N Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson N Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#7606 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
78%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
Showing 2006–2018. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson N Elementary School's ranking?
Henderson N Elementary School is ranked #7606 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Henderson N Elementary School often compared to?
Henderson N Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atherton Elementary School, Henderson J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Henderson N Elementary School?
251 students attend Henderson N Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Henderson N Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson N Elementary School?
Henderson N Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson N Elementary School offer ?
Henderson N Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Henderson N Elementary School part of?
Henderson N Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson N Elementary School located?
Henderson N Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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