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Iltexas Houston Orem Middle
Middle School · INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS (ILTEXAS)
5445 E OREM DR, Houston, TX 77048
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,121 of 8,552
In Houston
#357 of 723
public schools
In district
#19 of 35
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS (ILTEXAS)
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Iltexas Houston Orem Middle
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS (ILTEXAS). Iltexas Houston Orem Middle serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Iltexas Houston Orem Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,121 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Iltexas Houston Orem Middle show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Iltexas Houston Orem Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
36% of students at Iltexas Houston Orem Middle 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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Iltexas Houston Orem Middle — Students at Iltexas Houston Orem Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Iltexas Houston Orem Middle Compares
See how Iltexas Houston Orem Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5445 E OREM DR, Houston, TX 77048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Iltexas Houston Orem Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP SPIRIT COLLEGE PREP (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRO-VISION MIDDLE (rated 4.2/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THOMAS MIDDLE (rated 3.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM EL Houston | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| FROST EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| THOMAS MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| CODWELL EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| STERLING H S Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| REVE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 2.2 |
| LAW EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| MADING EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| BLOOM ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | 2.5 |
| WOODSON SCHOOL Houston | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP ZENITH ACADEMY Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| KIPP SPIRIT COLLEGE PREP Houston | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| KIPP SUNNYSIDE H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY Houston | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PRO-VISION MIDDLE Houston | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ALCOTT EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| E A LAWHON EL Pearland | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BASTIAN EL Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| WORTHING H S Houston | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| GARDEN VILLAS EL Houston | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,625
Median Home Value
$190,900
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
20,430
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
32.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Iltexas Houston Orem Middle
What grades does Iltexas Houston Orem Middle serve?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Iltexas Houston Orem Middle?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Iltexas Houston Orem Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Iltexas Houston Orem Middle rank in TX?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle ranks #5,121 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Iltexas Houston Orem Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Iltexas Houston Orem Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Iltexas Houston Orem Middle has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Iltexas Houston Orem Middle a charter school?
Yes, Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Iltexas Houston Orem Middle a Title I school?
No, Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Iltexas Houston Orem Middle?
88.0% of students at Iltexas Houston Orem Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (713) 987-9435
Resources & Links
District
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS (ILTEXAS)- District Enrollment
- 22,780
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,669
- District Rank
- #19 of 35
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