Serving 539 students in grades 1-5, Orange Grove 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orange Grove Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Orange Grove 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 Orange Grove Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#7169 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Orange Grove Elementary School is ranked #7169 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Orange Grove Elementary School?
539 students attend Orange Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Orange Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orange Grove Elementary School?
Orange Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orange Grove Elementary School offer ?
Orange Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Orange Grove Elementary School part of?
Orange Grove Elementary School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
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