Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Young 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Young Elementary serves the southern part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Young Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Young 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 Young Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#7023 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
11%
54%
Black
84%
13%
White
3%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Elementary School's ranking?
Young Elementary School is ranked #7023 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Young Elementary School often compared to?
Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whidby Elementary School, Hilliard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Young Elementary School?
334 students attend Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Young Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Elementary School?
Young Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Young Elementary School offer ?
Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Young Elementary School part of?
Young Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Elementary School located?
Young Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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