Houston 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (23-24)
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Houston ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#8760 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston's ranking?
Houston is ranked #8760 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Houston?
57 students attend Houston.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Houston students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Houston offer ?
Houston offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Houston part of?
Houston is part of Lodi Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Houston yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break
September 28, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 02, 2026 (Friday)
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