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Alexander EL

Elementary School · ALIEF ISD

8500 BROOKWULF, Houston, TX 77099

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

693

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,127 of 8,552

In Houston

#362 of 723

public schools

In district

#14 of 42

ALIEF ISD

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Alexander EL

5.8/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alexander EL

Alexander EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALIEF ISD. Alexander EL serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alexander EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,127 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Alexander EL show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,388
Chronic Absenteeism21.2%

Alexander EL — Students at Alexander EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
24.8%
ELA
38.1%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Alexander EL Compares

See how Alexander EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in TX
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8500 BROOKWULF, Houston, TX 77099

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alexander EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Sugar Land), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAHANAY EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTIN EL (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
YOUNGBLOOD INT Houston 0.5 mi 5.7
LIESTMAN EL Houston 0.6 mi 5.4
KILLOUGH MIDDLE Houston 0.7 mi 5.9
MATA INT Houston 0.8 mi 5.4
HOLUB MIDDLE Houston 1.0 mi 5.6
KENNEDY EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.8
HICKS EL Houston 1.2 mi 5.4
KING'S ACADEMY Houston 1.3 mi 8.2
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.4 mi 7.9
MARTIN EL Houston 1.4 mi 6.2
ELSIK H S Houston 1.6 mi 4.4
MAHANAY EL Houston 1.7 mi 7.0
HASTINGS H S Houston 1.7 mi 4.0
VAN HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston 1.6 mi 4.7
ALIEF MIDDLE Houston 1.7 mi 5.4
TAYLOR H S Houston 1.6 mi 4.3
FORT BEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi
YOUENS EL Houston 1.8 mi 4.7
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.9 mi 8.3
TOWNEWEST EL Sugar Land 1.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,735

Median Home Value

$176,800

Median Rent

$1,218/mo

Population

49,271

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

37.2%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

25.9%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alexander EL

What grades does Alexander EL serve?

Alexander EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Alexander EL?

Alexander EL has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexander EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Alexander EL is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alexander EL rank in TX?

Alexander EL ranks #5,127 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Alexander EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Alexander EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alexander EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alexander EL has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Alexander EL a charter school?

No, Alexander EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alexander EL a Title I school?

No, Alexander EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alexander EL?

90.6% of students at Alexander EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

District

ALIEF ISD
District Enrollment
39,474
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,388
District Rank
#14 of 42

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