Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston ranks in the top 30% 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston's student population of 263 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is 0.62, 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
#1903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston's ranking?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is ranked #1903 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston often compared to?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houstonis often viewed alongside schools like Esperanza Medrano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston?
263 students attend Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston offer ?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston part of?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston located?
Personalized Learning Preparatory At Sam Houston is located in the Oak Lawn neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Lawn.
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