Serving 1,140 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Postma Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Postma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Postma Elementary School's student population of 1,140 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Postma Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Postma Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1645 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Postma Elementary School's ranking?
Postma Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Postma Elementary School often compared to?
Postma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copeland Elementary School, Swenke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Postma Elementary School?
1,140 students attend Postma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Postma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Postma Elementary School?
Postma Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Postma Elementary School offer ?
Postma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Postma Elementary School part of?
Postma Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School District.
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