Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Petersen 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Petersen Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petersen Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Building a path to success
School Rankings
Petersen 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 Petersen Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#5750 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
73%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petersen Elementary School's ranking?
Petersen Elementary School is ranked #5750 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Petersen Elementary School often compared to?
Petersen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Elementary School, Hobby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Petersen Elementary School?
357 students attend Petersen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Petersen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petersen Elementary School?
Petersen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petersen Elementary School offer ?
Petersen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Petersen Elementary School part of?
Petersen Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Petersen Elementary School located?
Petersen Elementary School is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
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