Serving 890 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Metcalf Elementary School ranks in the top 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metcalf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Metcalf Elementary School's student population of 890 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Metcalf Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metcalf Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2929 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Metcalf Elementary School's ranking?
Metcalf Elementary School is ranked #2929 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Metcalf Elementary School often compared to?
Metcalf Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tipps Elementary School, Lieder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Metcalf Elementary School?
890 students attend Metcalf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Metcalf Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metcalf Elementary School?
Metcalf Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Metcalf Elementary School offer ?
Metcalf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Metcalf Elementary School part of?
Metcalf Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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