Serving 1,138 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James C Neill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James C Neill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James C Neill Elementary School's student population of 1,138 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
James C Neill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James C Neill Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#2455 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James C Neill Elementary School's ranking?
James C Neill Elementary School is ranked #2455 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are James C Neill Elementary School often compared to?
James C Neill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carolyn And Vernon Madden Elementary School, Juan Seguin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James C Neill Elementary School?
1,138 students attend James C Neill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of James C Neill Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James C Neill Elementary School?
James C Neill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James C Neill Elementary School offer ?
James C Neill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is James C Neill Elementary School part of?
James C Neill Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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