Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Terrace 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrace Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Terrace 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 Terrace Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#4093 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Terrace Elementary School is ranked #4093 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Elementary School, Hunters Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Terrace Elementary School?
387 students attend Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrace Elementary School?
Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Terrace Elementary School part of?
Terrace Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Terrace Elementary School located?
Terrace Elementary School is located in the Spring Branch North neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Spring Branch North.
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