Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pearl Hall 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl Hall Elementary serves the northwest part of South Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl Hall Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pearl Hall 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 Pearl Hall Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl Hall Elementary School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pearl Hall Elementary School?
571 students attend Pearl Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pearl Hall Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl Hall Elementary School?
Pearl Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl Hall Elementary School offer ?
Pearl Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Pearl Hall Elementary School part of?
Pearl Hall Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pearl Hall Elementary School located?
Pearl Hall Elementary School is located in the Edgebrook Area neighborhood of South Houston, TX.
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