Serving 1,215 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Suchma 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suchma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Suchma Elementary School's student population of 1,215 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Suchma 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 Suchma Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1621 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
36%
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
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suchma Elementary School's ranking?
Suchma Elementary School is ranked #1621 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Suchma Elementary School often compared to?
Suchma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadway Elementary School, Wilkinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Suchma Elementary School?
1,215 students attend Suchma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Suchma Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Suchma Elementary School?
Suchma Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Suchma Elementary School offer ?
Suchma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Suchma Elementary School part of?
Suchma Elementary School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
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