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School Profile

  • Student Population: Rucker Elementary has a student population of 394. 

  • Student-Teacher Ratio: The school has a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, which is better than the district average. 

  • Minority Enrollment: 98% of the student body is comprised of minority students. 
  • Economically Disadvantaged Students: 96% of the students are classified as economically disadvantaged. 
  • Staff: Rucker Elementary has 28 full-time equivalent teachers and one full-time school counselor. 
  • Academics: 32% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 37% for reading. 
  • Location: The school is situated in a large city setting in Houston, TX. 
  • Mascot: The school's mascot is the roadrunner. 
  • Programs: Rucker Elementary offers programs like Gifted & Talented(G/T) and Dual Language.
  • Special Populations: Special Education services offered at Rucker Inclusion, Resource, BSC, ESCE, and SLC-Standard.
  • School Values: Rucker Elementary focuses on commitment, growth, collaboration, creativity, and responsibility. 
  • Community Engagement: The school actively engages with the community through various programs like PTO, SDMC, VIPS and HIPPY.