Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sam Houston 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sam Houston Elementary serves the southwest area of Weslaco, TX, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sam Houston Elementary School's student population of 761 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
761 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Level Up: Reach Higher, Learn Together, Achieve More!
School Rankings
Sam Houston 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 Sam Houston Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Houston Elementary School's ranking?
Sam Houston Elementary School is ranked #2600 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sam Houston Elementary School?
761 students attend Sam Houston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sam Houston Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sam Houston Elementary School?
Sam Houston Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sam Houston Elementary School offer ?
Sam Houston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sam Houston Elementary School part of?
Sam Houston Elementary School is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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