Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Varnett School - Northeast 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Varnett School - Northeast ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Varnett School - Northeast's student population of 369 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The Varnett School - Northeast 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 The Varnett School - Northeast is 0.40, 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
#6080 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
73%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
n/a
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
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 The Varnett School - Northeast's ranking?
The Varnett School - Northeast is ranked #6080 out of 8,188 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend The Varnett School - Northeast?
369 students attend The Varnett School - Northeast.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of The Varnett School - Northeast students are Hispanic, and 27% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Varnett School - Northeast?
The Varnett School - Northeast has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Varnett School - Northeast offer ?
The Varnett School - Northeast offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is The Varnett School - Northeast part of?
The Varnett School - Northeast is part of The Varnett Public School District.
In what neighborhood is The Varnett School - Northeast located?
The Varnett School - Northeast is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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