Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garden Villas 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Villas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garden Villas Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Garden Villas 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 Garden Villas Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#5791 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Garden Villas Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Villas Elementary School is ranked #5791 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garden Villas Elementary School often compared to?
Garden Villas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis Elementary School, Bellfort Early Childhood Center, Frostwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garden Villas Elementary School?
360 students attend Garden Villas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Garden Villas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garden Villas Elementary School?
Garden Villas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garden Villas Elementary School offer ?
Garden Villas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garden Villas Elementary School part of?
Garden Villas Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden Villas Elementary School located?
Garden Villas Elementary School is located in the Southeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Houston.
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