Serving 430 students in grades 4-5, Northside 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Henderson, TX, covering approximately 365.9 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of up to 28.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#5941 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
42%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #5941 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
430 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Henderson Independent School District.
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