School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
745 students

Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%

Black
72%
13%

White
n/a
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend East Houston Intermediate?
745 students attend East Houston Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of East Houston Intermediate students are Black, and 28% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does East Houston Intermediate offer ?
East Houston Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is East Houston Intermediate part of?
East Houston Intermediate is part of Houston Independent School District.
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