Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 70% 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: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Poe Elementary School's student population of 736 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poe Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1288 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Poe Elementary School's ranking?
Poe Elementary School is ranked #1288 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Poe Elementary School often compared to?
Poe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Poe Elementary School?
736 students attend Poe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Poe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poe Elementary School?
Poe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poe Elementary School offer ?
Poe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Poe Elementary School part of?
Poe Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Poe Elementary School located?
Poe Elementary School is located in the University Place neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in University Place.
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