Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Liestman Elementary 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liestman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Liestman Elementary School's student population of 548 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liestman Elementary 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 Liestman Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#6561 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liestman Elementary School's ranking?
Liestman Elementary School is ranked #6561 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Liestman Elementary School often compared to?
Liestman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hicks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Liestman Elementary School?
548 students attend Liestman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Liestman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liestman Elementary School?
Liestman Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liestman Elementary School offer ?
Liestman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Liestman Elementary School part of?
Liestman Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Liestman Elementary School located?
Liestman Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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