Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northline 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northline Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northline Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northline 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 Northline Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#6640 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
n/a
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
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Northline Elementary School's ranking?
Northline Elementary School is ranked #6640 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northline Elementary School often compared to?
Northline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Northline Elementary School?
398 students attend Northline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northline Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northline Elementary School?
Northline Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northline Elementary School offer ?
Northline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northline Elementary School part of?
Northline Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Northline Elementary School located?
Northline Elementary School is located in the Northside And Northline neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside And Northline.
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