Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ketelsen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: KETELSEN EL serves the northern part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ketelsen Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Kangaroos
School Rankings
Ketelsen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ketelsen Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#3822 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ketelsen Elementary School's ranking?
Ketelsen Elementary School is ranked #3822 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ketelsen Elementary School often compared to?
Ketelsen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ketelsen Elementary School?
382 students attend Ketelsen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ketelsen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ketelsen Elementary School?
Ketelsen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ketelsen Elementary School offer ?
Ketelsen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ketelsen Elementary School part of?
Ketelsen Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ketelsen Elementary School located?
Ketelsen Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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