Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carrillo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrillo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carrillo Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carrillo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrillo Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
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
2%
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 Carrillo Elementary School's ranking?
Carrillo Elementary School is ranked #4171 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carrillo Elementary School often compared to?
Carrillo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lantrip Elementary School, Davila Elementary School, Burnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carrillo Elementary School?
352 students attend Carrillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carrillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrillo Elementary School?
Carrillo Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carrillo Elementary School offer ?
Carrillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carrillo Elementary School part of?
Carrillo Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carrillo Elementary School located?
Carrillo Elementary School is located in the Lawndale And Wayside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Lawndale And Wayside.
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