Serving 4,118 students in grades 9-12, Elsik High 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elsik High School's student population of 4,118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 245 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
4,118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
245 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elsik High 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 Elsik High School is 0.54, 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
#7090 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elsik High School's ranking?
Elsik High School is ranked #7090 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elsik High School often compared to?
Elsik High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hastings High School, Taylor High School 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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elsik High School?
The graduation rate of Elsik High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Elsik High School?
4,118 students attend Elsik High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Elsik High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elsik High School?
Elsik High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elsik High School offer ?
Elsik High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elsik High School part of?
Elsik High School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Elsik High School located?
Elsik High School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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