Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, The Varnett School - East ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Varnett School - East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The Varnett School - East's student population of 272 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The Varnett School - East ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Varnett School - East is 0.17, 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
#3448 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
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 The Varnett School - East's ranking?
The Varnett School - East is ranked #3448 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend The Varnett School - East?
272 students attend The Varnett School - East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of The Varnett School - East students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Varnett School - East?
The Varnett School - East has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Varnett School - East offer ?
The Varnett School - East offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is The Varnett School - East part of?
The Varnett School - East is part of The Varnett ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
In what neighborhood is The Varnett School - East located?
The Varnett School - East is located in the Northshore neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Northshore.
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