Serving 793 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rummel Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Rummel Creek Elementary serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families living within this zone are typically about a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the edge of the attendance area and the furthest edge being 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rummel Creek 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
School Overview
Rummel Creek Elementary School's student population of 793 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
793 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rummel Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rummel Creek Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#106 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rummel Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rummel Creek Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rummel Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rummel Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frostwood Elementary School, Wilchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rummel Creek Elementary School?
793 students attend Rummel Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Rummel Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rummel Creek Elementary School?
Rummel Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rummel Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rummel Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rummel Creek Elementary School part of?
Rummel Creek Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rummel Creek Elementary School located?
Rummel Creek Elementary School is located in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Memorial.
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