Serving 946 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Outley 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Outley Elementary School's student population of 946 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
946 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Outley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Outley Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#4970 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
62%
13%
White
6%
26%
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
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Outley Elementary School's ranking?
Outley Elementary School is ranked #4970 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Outley Elementary School often compared to?
Outley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heflin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Outley Elementary School?
946 students attend Outley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Outley Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Outley Elementary School?
Outley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Outley Elementary School offer ?
Outley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Outley Elementary School part of?
Outley Elementary School is part of Alief ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Outley Elementary School located?
Outley Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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