Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sanchez 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanchez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sanchez Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are What Excellence Looks Like
School Mascot
The Eagle
School Rankings
Sanchez 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 Sanchez Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
1%
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
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanchez Elementary School's ranking?
Sanchez Elementary School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sanchez Elementary School?
432 students attend Sanchez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sanchez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanchez Elementary School?
Sanchez Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sanchez Elementary School offer ?
Sanchez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sanchez Elementary School part of?
Sanchez Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sanchez Elementary School located?
Sanchez Elementary School is located in the Greater East End neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Greater East End.
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