Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, H C Carleston 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 89% 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: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
H C Carleston Elementary School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
H C Carleston 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 H C Carleston Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#4356 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
62%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Carl The Cougar Cub
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H C Carleston Elementary School's ranking?
H C Carleston Elementary School is ranked #4356 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are H C Carleston Elementary School often compared to?
H C Carleston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia Elementary School, Massey Ranch Elementary School, Rustic Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend H C Carleston Elementary School?
714 students attend H C Carleston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of H C Carleston Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H C Carleston Elementary School?
H C Carleston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does H C Carleston Elementary School offer ?
H C Carleston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is H C Carleston Elementary School part of?
H C Carleston Elementary School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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