Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School

5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 451 students in grades 6-8, Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School's student population of 451 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
451 students
This chart displays total students of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School by grade.

School Rankings

Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7899 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
29%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
49%
13%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas.
0.52
This chart displays the diversity score of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School's ranking?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School is ranked #7899 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School?
451 students attend Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School students are Black, 49% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School offer ?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School part of?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School is part of International Leadership Of Texas (Iltexas) School District.
In what neighborhood is Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School located?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School is located in the South Acres And Crestmont Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in South Acres And Crestmont Park.

School Reviews

Review Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Quick Links