Serving 833 students in grades 5-6, Klentzman Intermediate 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: KLENTZMAN INT serves the southeast area of Houston, TX, encompassing approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Klentzman Intermediate School's student population of 833 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
833 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Klentzman Intermediate Home of the Mighty Tigers!
School Rankings
Klentzman Intermediate 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 Klentzman Intermediate School is 0.34, 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
#7534 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Mighty Tigers Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Klentzman Intermediate School's ranking?
Klentzman Intermediate School is ranked #7534 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Klentzman Intermediate School?
833 students attend Klentzman Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Klentzman Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Klentzman Intermediate School?
Klentzman Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Klentzman Intermediate School offer ?
Klentzman Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Klentzman Intermediate School part of?
Klentzman Intermediate School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Klentzman Intermediate School located?
Klentzman Intermediate School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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