Serving 688 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hicks 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hicks Elementary School's student population of 688 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hicks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hicks Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#5189 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
3%
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
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hicks Elementary School's ranking?
Hicks Elementary School is ranked #5189 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hicks Elementary School often compared to?
Hicks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hearne Elementary School, Petrosky 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 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hicks Elementary School?
688 students attend Hicks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hicks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hicks Elementary School?
Hicks Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hicks Elementary School offer ?
Hicks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Hicks Elementary School part of?
Hicks Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hicks Elementary School located?
Hicks Elementary School is located in the Beechnut Crossing neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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