Serving 777 students in grades 6-8, Sugar Grove Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sugar Grove Academy serves the west part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sugar Grove Academy's student population of 777 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
777 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sugar Grove Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sugar Grove Academy is 0.41, 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
#6739 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Yellow, and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sugar Grove Academy's ranking?
Sugar Grove Academy is ranked #6739 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sugar Grove Academy?
777 students attend Sugar Grove Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sugar Grove Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sugar Grove Academy?
Sugar Grove Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sugar Grove Academy offer ?
Sugar Grove Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sugar Grove Academy part of?
Sugar Grove Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sugar Grove Academy located?
Sugar Grove Academy is located in the Sharpstown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Sharpstown.
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