Serving 900 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sampson 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 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sampson Elementary serves the northern part of Cypress, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point being about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sampson 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
Sampson Elementary School's student population of 900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
900 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sampson 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 Sampson Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#240 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-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 Sampson Elementary School's ranking?
Sampson Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sampson Elementary School often compared to?
Sampson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Elementary School, Farney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sampson Elementary School?
900 students attend Sampson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sampson Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sampson Elementary School?
Sampson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sampson Elementary School offer ?
Sampson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sampson Elementary School part of?
Sampson Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sampson Elementary School located?
Sampson Elementary School is located in the Coles Crossing neighborhood of Cypress, TX.
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