Serving 1,127 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Malala Yousafzai ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malala Yousafzai ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Malala Yousafzai's student population of 1,127 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Malala Yousafzai ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malala Yousafzai is 0.48, 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
#421 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
71%
6%
Hispanic
7%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malala Yousafzai's ranking?
Malala Yousafzai is ranked #421 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Malala Yousafzai often compared to?
Malala Yousafzaiis often viewed alongside schools like Carolyn And Vernon Madden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Malala Yousafzai?
1,127 students attend Malala Yousafzai.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Malala Yousafzai students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malala Yousafzai?
Malala Yousafzai has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Malala Yousafzai offer ?
Malala Yousafzai offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Malala Yousafzai part of?
Malala Yousafzai is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Malala Yousafzai located?
Malala Yousafzai is located in the Aliana neighborhood of Richmond, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Aliana.
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