Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Genoa 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genoa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Genoa Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genoa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genoa Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#6020 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genoa Elementary School's ranking?
Genoa Elementary School is ranked #6020 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Genoa Elementary School often compared to?
Genoa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Elementary School, Freeman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Genoa Elementary School?
533 students attend Genoa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Genoa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Genoa Elementary School?
Genoa Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Genoa Elementary School offer ?
Genoa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Genoa Elementary School part of?
Genoa Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Genoa Elementary School located?
Genoa Elementary School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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