Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Martin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin El serves the southeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Elementary School's student population of 654 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
654 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin 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 Martin Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#4475 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Elementary School is ranked #4475 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Martin Elementary School?
654 students attend Martin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Martin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Elementary School?
Martin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martin Elementary School offer ?
Martin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Martin Elementary School part of?
Martin Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Elementary School located?
Martin Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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