Serving 811 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 17:1 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 (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patterson Elementary School's student population of 811 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
811 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3135 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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?
811 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Patterson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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