Serving 881 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fiest Elementary School 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fiest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fiest Elementary School's student population of 881 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Fiest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fiest Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#5115 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
14%
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
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Fiest Elementary School's ranking?
Fiest Elementary School is ranked #5115 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fiest Elementary School often compared to?
Fiest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birkes Elementary School, Copeland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fiest Elementary School?
881 students attend Fiest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fiest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fiest Elementary School?
Fiest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fiest Elementary School offer ?
Fiest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fiest Elementary School part of?
Fiest Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Fiest Elementary School located?
Fiest Elementary School is located in the Copperfield Middlegate Village neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Copperfield Middlegate Village.
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