Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrace Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terrace Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Terrace Elementary School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Elementary School, Hunters Creek Elementary School, Ridgecrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Terrace Elementary School?
383 students attend Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terrace Elementary School?
Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Terrace Elementary School part of?
Terrace Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Terrace Elementary School located?
Terrace Elementary School is located in the Spring Branch North neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Spring Branch North.
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