Serving 853 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ray Daily 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 853 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ray Daily Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ray Daily Elementary School's student population of 853 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
853 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ray Daily 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 Ray Daily Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#3287 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
37%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Ray Daily Elementary School's ranking?
Ray Daily Elementary School is ranked #3287 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ray Daily Elementary School often compared to?
Ray Daily Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bush Elementary School, Shadowbriar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ray Daily Elementary School?
853 students attend Ray Daily Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ray Daily Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray Daily Elementary School?
Ray Daily Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ray Daily Elementary School offer ?
Ray Daily Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ray Daily Elementary School part of?
Ray Daily Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ray Daily Elementary School located?
Ray Daily Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 22 other public schools located in Westside.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I now am going to the 7th grade, and i myself went to daily and that school is amazing i hope a good future for daily.
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