Serving 713 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Decker Prairie Elementary School 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 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decker Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Decker Prairie Elementary School's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Decker Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decker Prairie Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2937 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
61%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decker Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Decker Prairie Elementary School is ranked #2937 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Decker Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Decker Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willie E Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Decker Prairie Elementary School?
713 students attend Decker Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Decker Prairie Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decker Prairie Elementary School?
Decker Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Decker Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Decker Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Decker Prairie Elementary School part of?
Decker Prairie Elementary School is part of Tomball Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/11/2010
If this school were to recieve a grade, it most certainly would be an F from me. This district really needs to employ a teacher rating system for parents so they can get rid of those bad apples.
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