Knippel Education Center 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 <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10
Total Students (14-15)
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Hispanic
(13-14)50%
52%
Black
(13-14)48%
13%
White
(13-14)2%
29%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
53%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Knippel Education Center?
204 students attend Knippel Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Knippel Education Center students are Hispanic, 48% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Knippel Education Center offer ?
Knippel Education Center offers enrollment in grades 10
What school district is Knippel Education Center part of?
Knippel Education Center is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Knippel Education Center located?
Knippel Education Center is located in the Magnolia Gardens neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Magnolia Gardens.
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