Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roberts Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Roberts Elementary School's student population of 730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Roberts Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roberts Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#52 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
32%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Roberts Elementary School's ranking?
Roberts Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Roberts Elementary School often compared to?
Roberts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West University Elementary School, River Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roberts Elementary School?
730 students attend Roberts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Roberts Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberts Elementary School?
Roberts Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roberts Elementary School offer ?
Roberts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roberts Elementary School part of?
Roberts Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Roberts Elementary School located?
Roberts Elementary School is located in the University Place neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in University Place.
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