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Greathouse Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 730 students

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Posted November 7, 2011

The teachers and staff are very friendly. The PTA is top notch and really works to make this a great school for the kids. My son loves it here! Would definitely recommend Greathouse to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 5, 2011

The teachers do a great job communicating with the parents. The PTA is very strong and does a lot to help provide extra educational opportunities for the students, as well as teacher appreciation events. I moved here a year ago from a state where the public schools may have more than 50 students per class next year due to budget shortfalls. So, overcrowding is a relative term, and Greathouse is not even close to approaching that type of overcrowding issue. I think you'll find the teachers and administration to be caring, kind, and welcoming. There's a special sense of belonging at Greathouse.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 5, 2010

My child is in kindergarten this year and I am not impressed. This school is extremely overcrowded. School is very chaotic. Academic programs do not seem challenging....kindergarten students focus on one letter per week.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 27, 2009

This school is wonderful! The staff is very experienced and caring. New classrooms, computer lab, smart boards, and a very active PTA make Greathouse a great place to be! We have 2 children there and we love it!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 18, 2009

Class sizes in fifth grade are riduculously over-crowded. My child has had multiple problems with mild bully-type behavior from classmates and receives no help from teachers. The teachers are frazzled and ineffective. Not impressed with this 'highly-sought-after' school. I would recommend one of the other less crowded schools like Scharbauer or Fannin. Greathouse is extremely over-rated!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 4, 2008

A new principal began mid year. If possible things are even better. She has really made some great improvements!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 9, 2008

as a parent the teachers staff is great!!! but the principal dosent care that much a bout the students or wats going inside the school building. all she cares about is how the students look and how we all present greathouse and it should be about grades and not how we represent......
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2008

This is a very good school. my son likes this school but the teachers are very mean He says.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 8, 2007

Classes are to big 5th grade on. Teachers are over worked and under paid, however greathouse has the best teaching staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 7, 2006

The principal tends to dismiss important issues regarding students.More interested in how the school looks on paper. If you want results and someone who cares talk to the vice principal.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2006

I love GreatHouse! We recently moved into the area from another state and what a huge difference. We have had a friendly and smooth adjustment to the area with lots of help from the greathouse team. Thank u greathouse
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 16, 2006

My daughter is enjoying her first year at Greathouse. The art/music and PE programs are very good. They need aides to help in the lower grades. 22 first graders is too many for one teacher to be able to give too much personalized attention, especially with all the testing Texas does.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 3, 2006

Awesome school with great parent involvment. This is the school you want your child to go to!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 2, 2005

We had 3 of our children attend Greathouse Elementary. It is an excellent school. Best in Midland.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2005

New facility, colorful atmosphere and learning environment, excellent teachers. Excellent TAKS scores.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 29, 2004

Greathouse is a wonderful school! The teachers are dedicated, knowledgeable, and caring. The principals are great and really take the time to listen to parents' concerns. This school is one of the top-performing schools in the city in terms of the TAKS test, and yet it is the largest elementary school. The children that attend Greathouse come from the surrounding neighborhoods, for the most part, and are eager to learn. A child that attends this school will always have friends. Greathouse has an amazing art/music/PE program with teachers that really 'know their stuff'. There is the opportunity for children to be challenged through an excellent gifted program. Students can participate in orchestra, UIL events, volunteer opportunities; all kinds of things that make this school the best in Midland!
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

84 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

85 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
99%
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.

121 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

120 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
88%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

119 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
91%
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.

96 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

96 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

97 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
79%
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 83% in 2011.

91 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

93 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
99%

2008

 
 
95%
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 Students85%
Female77%
Male90%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education86%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English85%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students75%
Female71%
Male78%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Special educationn/a
Not special education77%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English77%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%
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 Students88%
Female88%
Male88%
Black or African American83%
Asian100%
Hispanic76%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students91%
Female95%
Male88%
Black or African American83%
Asian60%
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students92%
Female94%
Male89%
Black or African American67%
Asian100%
Hispanic87%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
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 Students91%
Female91%
Male91%
Black or African American86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special educationn/a
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students93%
Female95%
Male91%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students91%
Female93%
Male89%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic70%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
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 Students88%
Female87%
Male89%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic81%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English89%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students96%
Female94%
Male98%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic96%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education83%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
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

  • 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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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 57% 34%
Hispanic 31% 48%
Black 6% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 2% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 5%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 10%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 1%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 26%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 0%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 13%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 34%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 31%N/A23%
21 or more years 22%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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5107 Greathouse Ave
Midland, TX 79707
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Phone: (432) 689-6250

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