Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston's student population of 284 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is 0.61, 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
#2786 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston's ranking?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is ranked #2786 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston often compared to?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houstonis often viewed alongside schools like Esperanza Medrano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston?
284 students attend Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston offer ?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston part of?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston located?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is located in the Oak Lawn neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Lawn.
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