Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Boone 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Boone Elementary School's student population of 545 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boone Elementary School 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 Boone Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#6818 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boone Elementary School's ranking?
Boone Elementary School is ranked #6818 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Boone Elementary School often compared to?
Boone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alamo Elementary School, Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Boone Elementary School?
545 students attend Boone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Boone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boone Elementary School?
Boone Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boone Elementary School offer ?
Boone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Boone Elementary School part of?
Boone Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Boone Elementary School located?
Boone Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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