Serving 590 students in grades 1-5, Tinsley Elementary School 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TINSLEY EL serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 0.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tinsley Elementary School's student population of 590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Tinsley Elementary School 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 Tinsley Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#6159 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tinsley Elementary School's ranking?
Tinsley Elementary School is ranked #6159 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tinsley Elementary School?
590 students attend Tinsley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tinsley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tinsley Elementary School?
Tinsley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tinsley Elementary School offer ?
Tinsley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Tinsley Elementary School part of?
Tinsley Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Tinsley Elementary School located?
Tinsley Elementary School is located in the Brays Oaks neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Brays Oaks.
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