Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herod 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herod Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Herod Elementary School's student population of 682 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
682 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Herod Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herod Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2789 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
43%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
13%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Herod Elementary School's ranking?
Herod Elementary School is ranked #2789 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Herod Elementary School often compared to?
Herod Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kolter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Herod Elementary School?
682 students attend Herod Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Herod Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herod Elementary School?
Herod Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herod Elementary School offer ?
Herod Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Herod Elementary School part of?
Herod Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Herod Elementary School located?
Herod Elementary School is located in the Meyerland Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Meyerland Area.
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