Serving 988 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tough Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tough Elementary School's student population of 988 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
988 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tough Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tough Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#226 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
47%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tough Elementary School's ranking?
Tough Elementary School is ranked #226 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tough Elementary School often compared to?
Tough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deretchin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tough Elementary School?
988 students attend Tough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Tough Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tough Elementary School?
Tough Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tough Elementary School offer ?
Tough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Tough Elementary School part of?
Tough Elementary School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Tough Elementary School located?
Tough Elementary School is located in the Sterling Ridge neighborhood of Spring, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Sterling Ridge.
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