Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cummings 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cummings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cummings Elementary School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cummings 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 Cummings Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
37%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cummings Elementary School's ranking?
Cummings Elementary School is ranked #6260 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cummings Elementary School?
513 students attend Cummings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cummings Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cummings Elementary School?
Cummings Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cummings Elementary School offer ?
Cummings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Cummings Elementary School part of?
Cummings Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cummings Elementary School located?
Cummings Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 31 other public schools located in Alief.
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