Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roderick R Paige 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roderick R Paige Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roderick R Paige Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roderick R Paige 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 Roderick R Paige Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#7690 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
41%
13%
White
n/a
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
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
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 Roderick R Paige Elementary School's ranking?
Roderick R Paige Elementary School is ranked #7690 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roderick R Paige Elementary School?
399 students attend Roderick R Paige Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Roderick R Paige Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roderick R Paige Elementary School?
Roderick R Paige Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roderick R Paige Elementary School offer ?
Roderick R Paige Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roderick R Paige Elementary School part of?
Roderick R Paige Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Roderick R Paige Elementary School located?
Roderick R Paige Elementary School is located in the Northeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast Houston.
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