Serving 859 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pine Shadows 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Shadows Elementary serves the northern part of Houston, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 1.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Shadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pine Shadows Elementary School's student population of 859 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
859 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Shadows 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 Pine Shadows Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#3292 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Explorers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Shadows Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Shadows Elementary School is ranked #3292 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pine Shadows Elementary School?
859 students attend Pine Shadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pine Shadows Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Shadows Elementary School?
Pine Shadows Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Shadows Elementary School offer ?
Pine Shadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pine Shadows Elementary School part of?
Pine Shadows Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pine Shadows Elementary School located?
Pine Shadows Elementary School is located in the Spring Branch North neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Spring Branch North.
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