Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Houston Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Houston Elementary School's student population of 222 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houston Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Elementary School's ranking?
Houston Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Houston Elementary School?
222 students attend Houston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Houston Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston Elementary School?
Houston Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston Elementary School offer ?
Houston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Houston Elementary School part of?
Houston Elementary School is part of Houston Public School District.
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