Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hines-caldwell 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hines-caldwell's student population of 638 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hines-caldwell 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 Hines-caldwell is 0.38, 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
#5597 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
76%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hines-caldwell's ranking?
Hines-caldwell is ranked #5597 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hines-caldwell often compared to?
Hines-caldwellis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hines-caldwell?
638 students attend Hines-caldwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hines-caldwell students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hines-caldwell?
Hines-caldwell has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hines-caldwell offer ?
Hines-caldwell offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hines-caldwell part of?
Hines-caldwell is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hines-caldwell located?
Hines-caldwell is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
School Reviews
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1 10/10/2025
This is one of the worst school ever!!!! I had the worst year, office staff is rude as hell, always with an attitude and talking bad about the students while parents are around. I just hope they change soon because almost have of the class my son was in was not happy with the school.
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