Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bush Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher 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 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bush Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bush Elementary School's student population of 743 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bush Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bush Elementary School is 0.77, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
25%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bush Elementary School's ranking?
Bush Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ray Daily Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bush Elementary School?
743 students attend Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Bush Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bush Elementary School?
Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bush Elementary School offer ?
Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bush Elementary School part of?
Bush Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bush Elementary School located?
Bush Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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