Serving 908 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gleason Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gleason Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gleason Elementary School's student population of 908 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gleason Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gleason Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1743 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
16%
25%
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
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gleason Elementary School's ranking?
Gleason Elementary School is ranked #1743 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gleason Elementary School often compared to?
Gleason Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frazier Elementary School, Willbern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gleason Elementary School?
908 students attend Gleason Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Gleason Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gleason Elementary School?
Gleason Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gleason Elementary School offer ?
Gleason Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gleason Elementary School part of?
Gleason Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Gleason Elementary School located?
Gleason Elementary School is located in the Westbridge neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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