Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Markham Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Markham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Markham Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Markham 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 Markham Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#215 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
37%
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
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tidehaven Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markham Elementary School's ranking?
Markham Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Markham Elementary School often compared to?
Markham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberts Elementary School, Tenie Holmes Elementary School, Van Vleck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Markham Elementary School?
257 students attend Markham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Markham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Markham Elementary School?
Markham Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Markham Elementary School offer ?
Markham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Markham Elementary School part of?
Markham Elementary School is part of Tidehaven Independent School District.
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