North Central Elementary School

1900 Strawn Rd
Houston, TX 77039
4/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 707 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Central 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 707 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

North Central Elementary School's student population of 707 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 126% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
707 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
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School Rankings

North Central 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 North Central Elementary School is 0.19, 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)
#5017 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
35-39%
41%
40-44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
90%
53%
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Black
6%
13%
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White
1%
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas.
0.19
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Central Elementary School's ranking?
North Central Elementary School is ranked #5017 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Central Elementary School?
707 students attend North Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central Elementary School?
North Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Central Elementary School offer ?
North Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is North Central Elementary School part of?
North Central Elementary School is part of Yes Prep Public Schools Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is North Central Elementary School located?
North Central Elementary School is located in the Magnolia Gardens neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Magnolia Gardens.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 707 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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