Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Soar Center 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soar Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Soar Center's student population of 248 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Soar Center 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 Soar Center is 0.69, 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
#6659 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Soar Center's ranking?
Soar Center is ranked #6659 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Soar Center often compared to?
Soar Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Soar Center?
248 students attend Soar Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Soar Center students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Soar Center offer ?
Soar Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Soar Center part of?
Soar Center is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Soar Center located?
Soar Center 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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