Serving 990 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pope Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pope Elementary School's student population of 990 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Pope Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pope Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#68 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pope Elementary School's ranking?
Pope Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pope Elementary School often compared to?
Pope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pope Elementary School?
990 students attend Pope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pope Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pope Elementary School?
Pope Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pope Elementary School offer ?
Pope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pope Elementary School part of?
Pope Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pope Elementary School located?
Pope Elementary School is located in the Bridgeland neighborhood of Cypress, TX.
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