Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Markham Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Markham Elementary serves the northeast part of its school district in Markham, TX, covering an area of approximately 110.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Markham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Markham Elementary School's student population of 255 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Markham Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Markham Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#215 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
55%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tidehaven Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markham Elementary School's ranking?
Markham Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Markham Elementary School often compared to?
Markham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberts Elementary School, Tenie Holmes Elementary School, Van Vleck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Markham Elementary School?
255 students attend Markham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Markham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Markham Elementary School?
Markham Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Markham Elementary School offer ?
Markham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Markham Elementary School part of?
Markham Elementary School is part of Tidehaven Independent School District.
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