Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kashmere Gardens 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kashmere Gardens Elementary serves the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kashmere Gardens Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kashmere Gardens 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 Kashmere Gardens Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#7806 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kashmere Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Kashmere Gardens Elementary School is ranked #7806 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kashmere Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Kashmere Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isaacs Elementary School, Ross 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kashmere Gardens Elementary School?
329 students attend Kashmere Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Kashmere Gardens Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kashmere Gardens Elementary School?
Kashmere Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kashmere Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Kashmere Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kashmere Gardens Elementary School part of?
Kashmere Gardens Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kashmere Gardens Elementary School located?
Kashmere Gardens Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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