Patterson Elementary School

5302 Allendale Rd
Houston, TX 77017
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 877 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patterson 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% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 877 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Patterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Patterson Elementary School's student population of 877 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
877 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025

School Rankings

Patterson 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 Patterson Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#3135 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
44%
55%
51%
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Patterson Elementary School is ranked #3135 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rucker Elementary School, Park Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
877 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Patterson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Patterson Elementary School located?
Patterson Elementary School is located in the Meadowcreek Village neighborhood of Houston, TX.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 877 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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