Serving 762 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kolter Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kolter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kolter Elementary School's student population of 762 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Kolter Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kolter Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#311 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
47%
25%
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
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Kolter Elementary School's ranking?
Kolter Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kolter Elementary School often compared to?
Kolter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lovett Elementary School, Parker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kolter Elementary School?
762 students attend Kolter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kolter Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kolter Elementary School?
Kolter Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kolter Elementary School offer ?
Kolter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kolter Elementary School part of?
Kolter Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kolter Elementary School located?
Kolter Elementary School is located in the Magnolia Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Magnolia Park.
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