Serving 695 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loraine T Golbow Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loraine T Golbow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Loraine T Golbow Elementary School's student population of 695 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student is a success story
School Rankings
Loraine T Golbow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loraine T Golbow Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#3763 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Loraine T Golbow Elementary School's ranking?
Loraine T Golbow Elementary School is ranked #3763 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Loraine T Golbow Elementary School often compared to?
Loraine T Golbow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Loraine T Golbow Elementary School?
695 students attend Loraine T Golbow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Loraine T Golbow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loraine T Golbow Elementary School?
Loraine T Golbow Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loraine T Golbow Elementary School offer ?
Loraine T Golbow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Loraine T Golbow Elementary School part of?
Loraine T Golbow Elementary School is part of Katy Independent School District.
School Reviews
4 6/10/2017
Overall this is a good school. There's been a few teachers that shouldn't be teaching children in my opinion, but both of my children have seemed to do very well. The administration seems to be very professional and not one sided, so for that I'm happy. Both of my children have had problems with bullies but I guess that's everywhere. Overall it's a good school.
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