Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, Sugar Grove Academy 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sugar Grove Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sugar Grove Academy's student population of 841 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sugar Grove Academy 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 Sugar Grove Academy is 0.33, 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
#7450 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
2%
26%
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
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sugar Grove Academy's ranking?
Sugar Grove Academy is ranked #7450 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sugar Grove Academy?
841 students attend Sugar Grove Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sugar Grove Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sugar Grove Academy?
Sugar Grove Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sugar Grove Academy offer ?
Sugar Grove Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sugar Grove Academy part of?
Sugar Grove Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sugar Grove Academy located?
Sugar Grove Academy is located in the Sharpstown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Sharpstown.
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