Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Soar Center 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soar Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Soar Center's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Soar Center is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
42%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Soar Center often compared to?
Soar Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Soar Center?
212 students attend Soar Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Soar Center students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Soar Center offer ?
Soar Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Soar Center part of?
Soar Center is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Soar Center located?
Soar Center is located in the Lazybrook And Timbergrove neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Lazybrook And Timbergrove.
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