Serving 523 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Houston Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Houston Elementary serves the southeast part of Visalia, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houston Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student learning every day
School Rankings
Houston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8820 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Elementary School's ranking?
Houston Elementary School is ranked #8820 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Houston Elementary School often compared to?
Houston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Houston Elementary School?
523 students attend Houston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Houston Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston Elementary School?
Houston Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Houston Elementary School offer ?
Houston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Houston Elementary School part of?
Houston Elementary School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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