Serving 838 students in grades 6-8, Space Center Intermediate 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Space Center Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Space Center Intermediate School's student population of 838 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Space Center Intermediate School 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 Space Center Intermediate School is 0.67, 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
#4513 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
32%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Space Center Intermediate School's ranking?
Space Center Intermediate School is ranked #4513 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Space Center Intermediate School often compared to?
Space Center Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Lake Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Space Center Intermediate School?
838 students attend Space Center Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Space Center Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Space Center Intermediate School?
Space Center Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Space Center Intermediate School offer ?
Space Center Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Space Center Intermediate School part of?
Space Center Intermediate School is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Space Center Intermediate School located?
Space Center Intermediate School is located in the Clear Lake neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Clear Lake.
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