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Benavidez Elementary School

6262 Gulfton St
Houston, TX 77081
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Bottom 50%
Serving 838 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benavidez 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 838 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Benavidez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Benavidez Elementary School's student population of 838 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers

School Rankings

Benavidez 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 Benavidez Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7591 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21%
44%
27%
51%
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
70%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benavidez Elementary School's ranking?
Benavidez Elementary School is ranked #7591 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Benavidez Elementary School often compared to?
Benavidez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benavidez Elementary School?
838 students attend Benavidez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Benavidez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benavidez Elementary School?
Benavidez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benavidez Elementary School offer ?
Benavidez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benavidez Elementary School part of?
Benavidez Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Benavidez Elementary School located?
Benavidez Elementary School is located in the Gulfton neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Gulfton.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 838 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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