Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus 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 Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus is 0.11, 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
#6579 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
5%
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
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus's ranking?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus is ranked #6579 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus?
455 students attend Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus offer ?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus part of?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus is part of Southwest School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus located?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet El Campus is located in the Braeburn neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Braeburn.
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