Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G H Whitcomb Elementary School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
G H Whitcomb Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
G H Whitcomb Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
G H Whitcomb Elementary School 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 G H Whitcomb Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#3608 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
29%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G H Whitcomb Elementary School's ranking?
G H Whitcomb Elementary School is ranked #3608 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend G H Whitcomb Elementary School?
608 students attend G H Whitcomb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of G H Whitcomb Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of G H Whitcomb Elementary School?
G H Whitcomb Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does G H Whitcomb Elementary School offer ?
G H Whitcomb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is G H Whitcomb Elementary School part of?
G H Whitcomb Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is G H Whitcomb Elementary School located?
G H Whitcomb Elementary School is located in the Clear Lake neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Clear Lake.
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