Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hines-caldwell 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Hines-caldwell's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Hines-caldwell 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 Hines-caldwell is 0.38, 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
#5597 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Hines-caldwell's ranking?
Hines-caldwell is ranked #5597 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hines-caldwell often compared to?
Hines-caldwellis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hines-caldwell?
692 students attend Hines-caldwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hines-caldwell students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hines-caldwell?
Hines-caldwell has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hines-caldwell offer ?
Hines-caldwell offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hines-caldwell part of?
Hines-caldwell is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hines-caldwell located?
Hines-caldwell is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025great! JUST CHECKING ON GARRARD&GEMARI CARSON1 10/10/2025This is one of the worst school ever!!!! I had the worst year, office staff is rude as hell, always with an attitude and talking bad about the students while parents are around. I just hope they change soon because almost have of the class my son was in was not happy with the school.Review Hines-caldwell. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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great! JUST CHECKING ON GARRARD&GEMARI CARSON
This is one of the worst school ever!!!! I had the worst year, office staff is rude as hell, always with an attitude and talking bad about the students while parents are around. I just hope they change soon because almost have of the class my son was in was not happy with the school.
Review Hines-caldwell. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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