Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Durham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Durham Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Durham Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durham Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3220 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
25%
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
64%
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 Durham Elementary School's ranking?
Durham Elementary School is ranked #3220 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Durham Elementary School often compared to?
Durham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Oaks Montessori, Oak Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Durham Elementary School?
570 students attend Durham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Durham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durham Elementary School?
Durham Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durham Elementary School offer ?
Durham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Durham Elementary School part of?
Durham Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Durham Elementary School located?
Durham Elementary School is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.
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