Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, De Zavala Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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De Zavala Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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De Zavala Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
De Zavala Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Zavala Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#3250 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
n/a
26%
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
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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De Zavala Elementary School is ranked #3250 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are De Zavala Elementary School often compared to?
De Zavala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrillo Elementary School, Tijerina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend De Zavala Elementary School?
389 students attend De Zavala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of De Zavala Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of De Zavala Elementary School?
De Zavala Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does De Zavala Elementary School offer ?
De Zavala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is De Zavala Elementary School part of?
De Zavala Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is De Zavala Elementary School located?
De Zavala Elementary School is located in the Magnolia Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Magnolia Park.
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