Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Chambers 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chambers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Chambers Elementary School's student population of 563 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chambers 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 Chambers Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#6423 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
5%
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
90%
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 Chambers Elementary School's ranking?
Chambers Elementary School is ranked #6423 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chambers Elementary School?
563 students attend Chambers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Chambers Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chambers Elementary School?
Chambers Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chambers Elementary School offer ?
Chambers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Chambers Elementary School part of?
Chambers Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Chambers Elementary School located?
Chambers Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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