Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mading 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MADING EL serves the southeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mading Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Mading 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 Mading Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#6609 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
61%
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mading Elementary School's ranking?
Mading Elementary School is ranked #6609 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mading Elementary School?
298 students attend Mading Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mading Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mading Elementary School?
Mading Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mading Elementary School offer ?
Mading Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mading Elementary School part of?
Mading Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mading Elementary School located?
Mading Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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