Arabic Immersion Magnet School is a magnet school in the Montrose area of Houston, Texas. A part of the Houston Independent School District, it currently covers elementary school grades. It uses a grant from the Qatar Foundation, and it is one of the first Arabic language immersion schools in the United States.
Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arabic Immersion Magnet School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arabic Immersion Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arabic Immersion Magnet School's student population of 609 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Arabic Immersion Magnet School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arabic Immersion Magnet School is 0.65, 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
#1701 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
14%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
55%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arabic Immersion Magnet School's ranking?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School is ranked #1701 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Arabic Immersion Magnet School often compared to?
Arabic Immersion Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sinclair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Arabic Immersion Magnet School?
609 students attend Arabic Immersion Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Arabic Immersion Magnet School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arabic Immersion Magnet School?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arabic Immersion Magnet School offer ?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Arabic Immersion Magnet School part of?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Arabic Immersion Magnet School located?
Arabic Immersion Magnet School is located in the Montrose neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Montrose.
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