Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scroggins Elementary School 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scroggins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Scroggins Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scroggins 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 Scroggins Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2732 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
1%
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
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scroggins Elementary School's ranking?
Scroggins Elementary School is ranked #2732 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Scroggins Elementary School?
328 students attend Scroggins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Scroggins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scroggins Elementary School?
Scroggins Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Scroggins Elementary School offer ?
Scroggins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Scroggins Elementary School part of?
Scroggins Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Scroggins Elementary School located?
Scroggins Elementary School is located in the Denver Harbor And Port Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Denver Harbor And Port Houston.
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