Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hunters Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hunters Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hunters Creek Elementary School's student population of 611 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Tough Mind, Tender Heart
School Rankings
Hunters Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hunters Creek Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#241 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hunters Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Hunters Creek Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hunters Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Hunters Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hunters Creek Elementary School?
611 students attend Hunters Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hunters Creek Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunters Creek Elementary School?
Hunters Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hunters Creek Elementary School offer ?
Hunters Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hunters Creek Elementary School part of?
Hunters Creek Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hunters Creek Elementary School located?
Hunters Creek Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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