Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herod Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herod Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Herod Elementary School's student population of 769 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herod 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 Herod Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#2453 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herod Elementary School's ranking?
Herod Elementary School is ranked #2453 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Herod Elementary School often compared to?
Herod Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kolter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Herod Elementary School?
769 students attend Herod Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Herod Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herod Elementary School?
Herod Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herod Elementary School offer ?
Herod Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Herod Elementary School part of?
Herod Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Herod Elementary School located?
Herod Elementary School is located in the Meyerland Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Meyerland Area.
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