Serving 709 students in grades 2-5, Neff 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NEFF EL serves the west part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neff Elementary School's student population of 709 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neff 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 Neff Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#6020 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neff Elementary School's ranking?
Neff Elementary School is ranked #6020 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Neff Elementary School often compared to?
Neff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White E Elementary School, Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Neff Elementary School?
709 students attend Neff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Neff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neff Elementary School?
Neff Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neff Elementary School offer ?
Neff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Neff Elementary School part of?
Neff Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Neff Elementary School located?
Neff Elementary School is located in the Sharpstown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Sharpstown.
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