Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hooks Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hooks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hooks Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hooks Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hooks Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1203 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
68%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hooks Elementary School's ranking?
Hooks Elementary School is ranked #1203 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hooks Elementary School often compared to?
Hooks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Bowie Elementary School, Wake Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hooks Elementary School?
317 students attend Hooks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hooks Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hooks Elementary School?
Hooks Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hooks Elementary School offer ?
Hooks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Hooks Elementary School part of?
Hooks Elementary School is part of Hooks Independent School District.
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