Serving 901 students in grades Kindergarten-5, B H Hamblen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
B H Hamblen Elementary School's student population of 901 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
B H Hamblen 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 B H Hamblen Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#2843 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B H Hamblen Elementary School's ranking?
B H Hamblen Elementary School is ranked #2843 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend B H Hamblen Elementary School?
901 students attend B H Hamblen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of B H Hamblen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B H Hamblen Elementary School?
B H Hamblen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does B H Hamblen Elementary School offer ?
B H Hamblen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is B H Hamblen Elementary School part of?
B H Hamblen Elementary School is part of Channelview Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is B H Hamblen Elementary School located?
B H Hamblen Elementary School is located in the Sterling Green South neighborhood of Channelview, TX.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is really amazing, i go here and i find it tons of fun! Although, no one can tell them this, but i have a major crush on Julian sanchez and his cousin Aaron. That's another reason why this school is so amazing!
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