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Below Average

#8333 of 9,539 schools in CA

Houston

Elementary School · Lodi Unified

4600 East Acampo Rd., Acampo, CA 95220

Enrollment

57

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#8,333 of 9,539

In Acampo

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#43 of 46

Lodi Unified

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Houston

4.2/10

Elementary School in Acampo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Joe Serna Jr. Charter

8.5/10

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6.1/10

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About Houston

Houston is a public elementary school in Acampo, CA, part of Lodi Unified. Houston serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,333 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Houston show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 57 students, Houston is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-36.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.5 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,533

Houston — Students at Houston score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 17.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.7% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 25.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
12.7%
ELA
19.3%
2024
Math
8.1%
ELA
9.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.

How Houston Compares

See how Houston performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
13th percentile in CA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4600 East Acampo Rd., Acampo, CA 95220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Houston may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joe Serna Jr. Charter (rated 8.5/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vinewood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lodi), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Lodi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Acampo, see our Acampo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Joe Serna Jr. Charter Acampo 0.0 mi 8.5
Lawrence Elementary Lodi 2.2 mi 6.1
Lakewood Elementary Lodi 2.4 mi 6.0
George Washington Elementary Lodi 2.8 mi 6.2
ST ANNE SCHOOL Lodi 3.1 mi 5.5
Heritage Elementary Lodi 3.2 mi 7.3
Liberty High Lodi 3.2 mi 5.9
Clyde W. Needham Elementary Lodi 3.3 mi 5.0
Woodbridge Lodi 2.9 mi 4.4
Lodi High Lodi 3.2 mi 6.7
Erma B. Reese Elementary Lodi 3.2 mi 6.2
Millswood Middle Lodi 3.3 mi 7.3
Oak View Elementary Acampo 3.5 mi 6.4
LODI DAY NURSERY SCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Lodi 3.7 mi
LODI ACADEMY Lodi 3.9 mi 7.2
LODI SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lodi 3.9 mi 5.9
Lodi Seventh-day Adventist Elementary Lodi 3.9 mi
Vinewood Elementary Lodi 3.8 mi 7.8
Lodi Middle Lodi 3.9 mi 6.8
St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Lodi 3.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,324

Median Home Value

$718,500

Median Rent

$1,358/mo

Population

7,958

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

72%

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Houston

What grades does Houston serve?

Houston serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Houston?

Houston has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston?

The student-teacher ratio at Houston is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Houston rank in CA?

Houston ranks #8,333 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Houston's MySchoolScout rating?

Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Houston?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Houston a charter school?

No, Houston is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Houston a Title I school?

No, Houston is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houston?

93.0% of students at Houston qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
San Joaquin County

District

Lodi Unified
District Enrollment
27,172
Schools in District
49
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,533
District Rank
#43 of 46

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