Serving 1,303 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pilgrim Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pilgrim Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pilgrim Academy's student population of 1,303 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Pilgrim Academy 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 Pilgrim Academy is 0.17, 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
#5341 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
6%
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
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pilgrim Academy's ranking?
Pilgrim Academy is ranked #5341 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pilgrim Academy often compared to?
Pilgrim Academyis often viewed alongside schools like T H Rogers School, Briargrove 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 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pilgrim Academy?
1,303 students attend Pilgrim Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pilgrim Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pilgrim Academy?
Pilgrim Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pilgrim Academy offer ?
Pilgrim Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pilgrim Academy part of?
Pilgrim Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pilgrim Academy located?
Pilgrim Academy is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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