Serving 995 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Huffman Elementary School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huffman Elementary School's student population of 995 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
995 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Huffman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huffman Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#4058 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
68%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huffman Elementary School's ranking?
Huffman Elementary School is ranked #4058 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Huffman Elementary School?
995 students attend Huffman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Huffman Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huffman Elementary School?
Huffman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Huffman Elementary School offer ?
Huffman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Huffman Elementary School part of?
Huffman Elementary School is part of Huffman Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Huffman Elementary School located?
Huffman Elementary School is located in the Lake Houston neighborhood of Huffman, TX.
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