Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martinez R Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Martinez R El is located in the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering approximately 1 square mile. Families living within this area can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martinez R Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martinez R Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinez R Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-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 R Elementary School's ranking?
Martinez R Elementary School is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Martinez R Elementary School?
380 students attend Martinez R Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Martinez R Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martinez R Elementary School?
Martinez R Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martinez R Elementary School offer ?
Martinez R Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Martinez R Elementary School part of?
Martinez R Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Martinez R Elementary School located?
Martinez R Elementary School is located in the Denver Harbor And Port Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Denver Harbor And Port Houston.
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