Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martinez C 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martinez C EL serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martinez C Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Martinez C 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 Martinez C Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-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 Martinez C Elementary School's ranking?
Martinez C Elementary School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Martinez C Elementary School often compared to?
Martinez C Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Looscan Elementary School, Travis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Martinez C Elementary School?
271 students attend Martinez C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Martinez C Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 46% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martinez C Elementary School?
Martinez C Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martinez C Elementary School offer ?
Martinez C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Martinez C Elementary School part of?
Martinez C Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Martinez C Elementary School located?
Martinez C Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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