Serving 595 students in grades 1-5, Marcella 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcella Elementary School's student population of 595 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marcella Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcella Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#7704 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
2%
26%
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
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcella Elementary School's ranking?
Marcella Elementary School is ranked #7704 out of 8,079 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Marcella Elementary School?
595 students attend Marcella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Marcella Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcella Elementary School?
Marcella Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marcella Elementary School offer ?
Marcella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Marcella Elementary School part of?
Marcella Elementary School is part of Aldine ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Marcella Elementary School located?
Marcella Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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