The Varnett Public School is a state charter school network headquartered in the Varnett School Southwest Campus in Houston, Texas. The system has four campuses with more than 1,600 students. The school was founded as a private school in 1984 and became a public charter school in 1998.
Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Varnett Charter 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Varnett Charter School's student population of 530 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
School Rankings
Varnett Charter 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 Varnett Charter School is 0.43, 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
#6358 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
70%
54%
Black
29%
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varnett Charter School's ranking?
Varnett Charter School is ranked #6358 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Varnett Charter School often compared to?
Varnett Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foerster Elementary School, The Varnett School - East, Anderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Varnett Charter School?
530 students attend Varnett Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Varnett Charter School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Varnett Charter School?
Varnett Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Varnett Charter School offer ?
Varnett Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Varnett Charter School part of?
Varnett Charter School is part of The Varnett Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Varnett Charter School located?
Varnett Charter School is located in the Westbury neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Westbury.
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