Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Rees Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rees Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rees Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rees Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rees Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
70%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
6%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rees Elementary School's ranking?
Rees Elementary School is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rees Elementary School often compared to?
Rees Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heflin Elementary School, Outley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rees Elementary School?
526 students attend Rees Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Rees Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rees Elementary School?
Rees Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rees Elementary School offer ?
Rees Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Rees Elementary School part of?
Rees Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rees Elementary School located?
Rees Elementary School is located in the Westheimer Place neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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