Serving 550 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Heflin 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heflin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Heflin Elementary School's student population of 550 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Heflin 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 Heflin Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#5063 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
61%
13%
White
6%
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
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Heflin Elementary School's ranking?
Heflin Elementary School is ranked #5063 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Heflin Elementary School often compared to?
Heflin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Outley Elementary School, Rees Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Heflin Elementary School?
550 students attend Heflin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Heflin Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heflin Elementary School?
Heflin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heflin Elementary School offer ?
Heflin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Heflin Elementary School part of?
Heflin Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Heflin Elementary School located?
Heflin Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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