Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Summerwood 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 77% 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: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summerwood Elementary serves the south part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residences located about 0.9 miles from the school and the furthest edge being 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summerwood Elementary School's student population of 644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
644 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summerwood 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 Summerwood Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#2550 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Summerwood Elementary School's ranking?
Summerwood Elementary School is ranked #2550 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Summerwood Elementary School often compared to?
Summerwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephanie Cravens Early Childhood, Lakeshore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Summerwood Elementary School?
644 students attend Summerwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Summerwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summerwood Elementary School?
Summerwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Summerwood Elementary School offer ?
Summerwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Summerwood Elementary School part of?
Summerwood Elementary School is part of Humble Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Summerwood Elementary School located?
Summerwood Elementary School is located in the Summerwood neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Summerwood.
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