Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Houston Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Houston Elementary serves the northwest part of Denton, TX, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with distances to the farthest edge of the zone reaching up to 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Houston Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Houston 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 Houston Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1444 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
23%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
46%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Elementary School's ranking?
Houston Elementary School is ranked #1444 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Houston Elementary School often compared to?
Houston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Houston Elementary School?
537 students attend Houston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Houston Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston Elementary School?
Houston Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston Elementary School offer ?
Houston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Houston Elementary School part of?
Houston Elementary School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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