Serving 926 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Horne 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horne Elementary School's student population of 926 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
School Rankings
Horne Elementary School 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 Horne Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#4734 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
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
6%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
7%
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
76%
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 Horne Elementary School's ranking?
Horne Elementary School is ranked #4734 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Horne Elementary School often compared to?
Horne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Horne Elementary School?
926 students attend Horne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Horne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horne Elementary School?
Horne Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horne Elementary School offer ?
Horne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Horne Elementary School part of?
Horne Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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