Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Cornerstone Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cornerstone Academy's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cornerstone Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#52 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Cornerstone Academy's ranking?
Cornerstone Academy is ranked #52 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cornerstone Academy often compared to?
Cornerstone Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Academy?
382 students attend Cornerstone Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cornerstone Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornerstone Academy?
Cornerstone Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Academy offer ?
Cornerstone Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cornerstone Academy part of?
Cornerstone Academy is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Academy located?
Cornerstone Academy is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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