Serving 716 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sinclair Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sinclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sinclair Elementary School's student population of 716 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sinclair Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sinclair Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#895 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
43%
25%
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
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sinclair Elementary School's ranking?
Sinclair Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sinclair Elementary School often compared to?
Sinclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arabic Immersion Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sinclair Elementary School?
716 students attend Sinclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sinclair Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sinclair Elementary School?
Sinclair Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sinclair Elementary School offer ?
Sinclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sinclair Elementary School part of?
Sinclair Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sinclair Elementary School located?
Sinclair Elementary School is located in the Lazybrook And Timbergrove neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Lazybrook And Timbergrove.
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