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#7337 of 9,539 schools in CA
Houston Elementary
Elementary School · Visalia Unified
1200 North Giddings St., Visalia, CA 93291
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,337 of 9,539
In Visalia
#38 of 50
public schools
In district
#32 of 40
Visalia Unified
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Houston Elementary
Elementary School in Visalia · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Houston Elementary
Houston Elementary is a public elementary school in Visalia, CA, part of Visalia Unified. Houston Elementary serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,337 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Houston Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Houston Elementary runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Houston Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Houston Elementary — Students at Houston Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.0/10.
How Houston Elementary Compares
See how Houston Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1200 North Giddings St., Visalia, CA 93291
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverway Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crowley Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Global Learning Charter (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Visalia, see our Visalia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Elementary Visalia | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Green Acres Middle Visalia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Creekside Community Day Visalia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Global Learning Charter Visalia | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Redwood High Visalia | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Sequoia High Visalia | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| The Catholic School of Visalia - George McCann Campus Visalia | 0.9 mi | — |
| GEORGE MCCANN MEMORIAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Visalia | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Crowley Elementary Visalia | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Crescent Valley Public Charter II Visalia | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Conyer Elementary Visalia | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverway Elementary Visalia | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Mt. Whitney High Visalia | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Visalia | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Visalia Charter Independent Study Visalia | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| University Preparatory High Visalia | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Four Creeks Elementary Visalia | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington Elementary Visalia | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Divisadero Middle Visalia | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Charter Home School Academy Visalia | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,502
Median Home Value
$381,600
Median Rent
$1,331/mo
Population
63,049
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
32.7
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| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City, CA | 5.0 |
| Ambassador School-Global Education Los Angeles, CA | 5.0 |
| Baker Elementary El Monte, CA | 5.0 |
| Baldwin Lane Elementary Big Bear Lake, CA | 5.0 |
| Ballico-Cressey Community Charter Ballico, CA | 5.0 |
| Barry Elementary Yuba City, CA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston Elementary
What grades does Houston Elementary serve?
Houston Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Houston Elementary?
Houston Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston Elementary is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houston Elementary rank in CA?
Houston Elementary ranks #7,337 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Houston Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Houston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Houston Elementary a charter school?
No, Houston Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houston Elementary a Title I school?
No, Houston Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houston Elementary?
87.6% of students at Houston Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (559) 730-7772
Resources & Links
District
Visalia Unified- District Enrollment
- 28,893
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,005
- District Rank
- #32 of 40
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