Serving 697 students in grades 1-5, Carter 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carter Academy's student population of 697 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter Academy is 0.46, 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
#5750 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Carter Academy's ranking?
Carter Academy is ranked #5750 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carter Academy often compared to?
Carter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carter Academy?
697 students attend Carter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Carter Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter Academy?
Carter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carter Academy offer ?
Carter Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Carter Academy part of?
Carter Academy is part of Aldine Independent School District.
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