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Cunningham Elementary School

5100 Gulfton St
Houston, TX 77081
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cunningham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 536 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 30% in TX
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cunningham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Cunningham Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Cunningham Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cunningham Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#2086 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
53%
44%
58%
51%
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cunningham Elementary School's ranking?
Cunningham Elementary School is ranked #2086 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cunningham Elementary School?
536 students attend Cunningham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cunningham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cunningham Elementary School?
Cunningham Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cunningham Elementary School offer ?
Cunningham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cunningham Elementary School part of?
Cunningham Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cunningham Elementary School located?
Cunningham Elementary School is located in the Gulfton neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Gulfton.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 536 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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