Serving 713 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Decker Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Decker Prairie Elementary School's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Motto
Tomball ISD empowers students to become impactful, contributing citizens by providing innovative, individually rigorous and personally valuable educational experiences while partnering with the community.
School Rankings
Decker Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decker Prairie Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1989 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
61%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Decker Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Decker Prairie Elementary School is ranked #1989 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Decker Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Decker Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willie E Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Decker Prairie Elementary School?
713 students attend Decker Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Decker Prairie Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decker Prairie Elementary School?
Decker Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Decker Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Decker Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Decker Prairie Elementary School part of?
Decker Prairie Elementary School is part of Tomball Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/11/2010
If this school were to recieve a grade, it most certainly would be an F from me. This district really needs to employ a teacher rating system for parents so they can get rid of those bad apples.
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