Serving 857 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 17:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Central Elementary School's student population of 857 students has grown by 132% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.17, 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
#5017 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 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?
857 students attend North Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central Elementary School?
North Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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-5
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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