Serving 700 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northgate 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 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 92% 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: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northgate Elementary serves the northern part of Spring, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northgate Elementary School's student population of 700 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northgate 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 Northgate Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
56%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate Elementary School's ranking?
Northgate Elementary School is ranked #3903 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Northgate Elementary School?
700 students attend Northgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northgate Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northgate Elementary School?
Northgate Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northgate Elementary School offer ?
Northgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northgate Elementary School part of?
Northgate Elementary School is part of Spring Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Northgate Elementary School located?
Northgate Elementary School is located in the Northgate Crossing neighborhood of Spring, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Northgate Crossing.
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