Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emmott 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% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Emmott Elementary School's student population of 638 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emmott 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 Emmott Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#5215 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmott Elementary School's ranking?
Emmott Elementary School is ranked #5215 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Emmott Elementary School often compared to?
Emmott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adam Elementary School, Danish Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Emmott Elementary School?
638 students attend Emmott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Emmott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emmott Elementary School?
Emmott Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emmott Elementary School offer ?
Emmott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Emmott Elementary School part of?
Emmott Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Emmott Elementary School located?
Emmott Elementary School is located in the Steeplechase neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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