Serving 1,233 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pilgrim Academy 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pilgrim Academy serves the west part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pilgrim Academy's student population of 1,233 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Pilgrim Academy 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 Pilgrim Academy is 0.13, 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
#5507 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
93%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 Pilgrim Academy's ranking?
Pilgrim Academy is ranked #5507 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pilgrim Academy often compared to?
Pilgrim Academyis often viewed alongside schools like T H Rogers School, Briargrove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pilgrim Academy?
1,233 students attend Pilgrim Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pilgrim Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pilgrim Academy?
Pilgrim Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pilgrim Academy offer ?
Pilgrim Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pilgrim Academy part of?
Pilgrim Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pilgrim Academy located?
Pilgrim Academy is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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