Serving 65 students in grades 5-8, The Summit (Intermediate) 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Summit (Intermediate) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Summit (Intermediate)'s student population of 65 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Summit (Intermediate) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Summit (Intermediate) is 0.21, 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
#8155 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Summit (Intermediate)'s ranking?
The Summit (Intermediate) is ranked #8155 out of 8,188 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend The Summit (Intermediate)?
65 students attend The Summit (Intermediate).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of The Summit (Intermediate) students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Summit (Intermediate)?
The Summit (Intermediate) has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Summit (Intermediate) offer ?
The Summit (Intermediate) offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is The Summit (Intermediate) part of?
The Summit (Intermediate) is part of Pasadena ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is The Summit (Intermediate) located?
The Summit (Intermediate) is located in the Houston Suburban Homes neighborhood of Pasadena, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Houston Suburban Homes.
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