Serving 448 students in grades 9-12, La Promesa ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Promesa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
La Promesa's student population of 448 students has grown by 198% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
La Promesa 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 La Promesa is 0.04, 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
#4505 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Promesa's ranking?
La Promesa is ranked #4505 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Promesa?
448 students attend La Promesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of La Promesa students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Promesa?
La Promesa has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Promesa offer ?
La Promesa offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Promesa part of?
La Promesa is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is La Promesa located?
La Promesa is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 58 other public schools located in Northside.
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