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Golfcrest Elementary School

7414 Fairway Dr
Houston, TX 77087
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Golfcrest 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 431 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Golfcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Golfcrest Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
431 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Golfcrest Elementary 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 Golfcrest Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#6756 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Golfcrest Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
28%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
33%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
6-9%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2003-04 school year data.
Hispanic
91%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
8%
13%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
1%
26%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Texas by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Golfcrest Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Texas.
0.17
This chart displays the diversity score of Golfcrest Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Golfcrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golfcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Golfcrest Elementary School is ranked #6756 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Golfcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Golfcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seguin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Golfcrest Elementary School?
431 students attend Golfcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Golfcrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golfcrest Elementary School?
Golfcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golfcrest Elementary School offer ?
Golfcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Golfcrest Elementary School part of?
Golfcrest Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Golfcrest Elementary School located?
Golfcrest Elementary School is located in the Southeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Houston.

School Reviews
5   11/29/2011
I am very pleased to say that this school challenges the students abilities and creates an environment that requires parents and children to participate actively. My children have learned and improved a lot. They have wonderful teachers who are extremely caring. Teachers and staff are dedicated to the young minds at Golfcrest. It is a wonderful environment for all students.
- Posted by Parent - m_tri
5   9/20/2010
Golfcrest Elementary School has over 750 students in grades PK-5. Students are taught by teachers who are experienced and dedicated to providing a quality education. Students attend ancillary classes on a daily basis. These classes are taught by certified teachers and include music, art, physical education, technology, library, and science lab. After school activities take place on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 - 4:00 for students in first through fifth grade. Students are able to participate in a variety of clubs that include assistance with homework, photography, music, art, and chess. Saturday tutorials begin in October. The facilities are clean and colorful. Parents and community members are welcome to visit and discuss concerns and ideas. They are also encouraged to volunteer to work with students in small reading and math groups and centers.
- Posted by Administrator - mcisn

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 431 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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