Arabic Immersion Magnet School is a magnet school in the Montrose area of Houston, Texas. A part of the Houston Independent School District, it currently covers elementary school grades. It uses a grant from the Qatar Foundation, and it is one of the first Arabic language immersion schools in the United States.
Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arabic Immersion Magnet 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arabic Immersion Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arabic Immersion Magnet School's student population of 611 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Arabic Immersion Magnet 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 Arabic Immersion Magnet School is 0.65, 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
#1298 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
54%
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
55%
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 Arabic Immersion Magnet School's ranking?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School is ranked #1298 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Arabic Immersion Magnet School often compared to?
Arabic Immersion Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sinclair Elementary School, Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Arabic Immersion Magnet School?
611 students attend Arabic Immersion Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Arabic Immersion Magnet School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arabic Immersion Magnet School?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arabic Immersion Magnet School offer ?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Arabic Immersion Magnet School part of?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Arabic Immersion Magnet School located?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School is located in the Montrose neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Montrose.
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