Serving 822 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rummel Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rummel Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rummel Creek Elementary School's student population of 822 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rummel Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rummel Creek Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#129 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
60%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rummel Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rummel Creek Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rummel Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rummel Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frostwood Elementary School, Wilchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rummel Creek Elementary School?
822 students attend Rummel Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rummel Creek Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rummel Creek Elementary School?
Rummel Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rummel Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rummel Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rummel Creek Elementary School part of?
Rummel Creek Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rummel Creek Elementary School located?
Rummel Creek Elementary School is located in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Memorial.
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