Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pugh 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pugh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pugh Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Pugh 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 Pugh Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
1%
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
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Pugh Elementary School's ranking?
Pugh Elementary School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pugh Elementary School often compared to?
Pugh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eliot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pugh Elementary School?
320 students attend Pugh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pugh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pugh Elementary School?
Pugh Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pugh Elementary School offer ?
Pugh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pugh Elementary School part of?
Pugh Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pugh Elementary School located?
Pugh Elementary School is located in the Denver Harbor And Port Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Denver Harbor And Port Houston.
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