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Klenk Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 872 students

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Posted August 21, 2011

I would like to get more information this school. So would you please sent more information to me. Thank you
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 8, 2008

My child attended Klenk Elementary and although I felt he was being challenged to an extent, my disappointment was with my son's teacher. His classroom lacked behavior management apparently as he and another girl in the classroom were the only two who did not get in trouble on a regular basis. He came home with stories of cussing and when approaching the principal on this, I was ensured a visit and follow up phone call and did not receive a follow up call at all. I was disappointed as well because his teacher made many errors on test grading that I would have to correct and hope were changed accordingly in the gradebook. I think there is definite potential but was not thrilled.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 29, 2006

I have been impressed by the quality of the Principal and staff. My child is definitely benefiting from being in this school. They go the extra mile to help students learn.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 15, 2005

The Administrative staff does not value parent participation. The staff pacifies the parents, overlook their concerns, and neglect the best interest of the children. The teachers are not on one accord and administrators support the teachers at all cost.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 11, 2004

This is my son's first year at Klenk Elem. Last year he attended Krahn (Klein District too). This year my son't and his teacher encountered personality differences and ultimately ended up in requesting in a a change of teacher. She seems frustrated and combative in every topic we tried to discuss. He has changed and is doing extremely well. Parents just try to stay envolved because one teacher's attitude and damage your child's future outlook on his/her education career.
—Submitted by Maria Sanchez, a parent


Posted May 11, 2004

My child has attended Klenk Elementary for 2 years now. He loves it and we are for the most part happy with the school. It is a bit over crowded at the moment but a new school is being built and will be ready by this fall. My only problem is that I have tried to communicate with his teacher 3 times with no response. I have tried to be involved and have not even had a call or e-mail back from her. I feel communication is the key to help the kids and she has failed miserably in that aspect.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 11, 2004

My son is in kindergarten this year, and I have been dissapointed in the teachers at Klenk. I feel that he is getting a good education, but many of the teachers seem like they don't like their job. Everytime I am at school, I encounter a teacher yelling at a young child. The teachers never seem to smile nor do they act like they enjoy their job. This concerns me, because children are so impressionable at this age.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2003

My children attended Klenk for 2 years. I felt during that time that while individual teachers were good, they seemed tired and frustrated. My children have the potential to be high achievers and they became complacent. Teachers were challenged with so many learning levels in the same class, that mine were falling between the cracks. There was low overall parent involvement. The parents who are involved are swamped because there are too few volunteers to share the work.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 2, 2003

We are a military family and have lived in many states, Klenk is by far my favorite school. These children are receiving a higher education compared to the rest of the US. As for the uniforms, I voted for them and stand by them. The cost is lower, there is no decision in the morning, and all the children are are brought to the same level. thank you
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 22, 2003

I love Klenk elementary, the only thing that I dislike about it now is that the kids have to wear uniforms.


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

113 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

100 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
93%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

137 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

132 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
81%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

130 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
90%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

135 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

123 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
90%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

128 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
85%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students92%
Female92%
Male92%
Black or African American86%
Asian94%
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)93%
Proficient in English89%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students95%
Female100%
Male91%
Black or African American93%
Asian97%
Hispanic97%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special educationn/a
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)94%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students94%
Female93%
Male96%
Black or African American93%
Asian97%
Hispanic96%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White82%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)91%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students91%
Female91%
Male91%
Black or African American95%
Asian88%
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White82%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Writing

All Students94%
Female94%
Male94%
Black or African American95%
Asian88%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)90%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students98%
Female97%
Male99%
Black or African American97%
Asian100%
Hispanic97%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)95%
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students95%
Female95%
Male95%
Black or African American89%
Asian94%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special educationn/a
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)94%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students93%
Female92%
Male94%
Black or African American89%
Asian97%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)95%
Proficient in English89%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 45% 48%
Black 26% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 23% 4%
White 6% 34%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 5%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 1%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 45%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 52%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 5%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 23%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 27%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 20%N/A23%
21 or more years 26%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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6111 Bourgeois Rd
Houston, TX 77066
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