Serving 539 students in grades 1-5, Calvert 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher 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: 1-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Calvert Elementary School's student population of 539 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calvert 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 Calvert Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#6304 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calvert Elementary School's ranking?
Calvert Elementary School is ranked #6304 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Calvert Elementary School often compared to?
Calvert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Elementary School, De Santiago Ec/pk/k by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Calvert Elementary School?
539 students attend Calvert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Calvert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calvert Elementary School?
Calvert Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calvert Elementary School offer ?
Calvert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Calvert Elementary School part of?
Calvert Elementary School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Calvert Elementary School located?
Calvert Elementary School is located in the Greenbriar Colony neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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