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#1631 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 19% in state

Ault EL

Elementary School · CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

21010 MAPLE VILLAGE DR, Cypress, TX 77429

Enrollment

954

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,631 of 8,552

In Cypress

#16 of 31

public schools

In district

#17 of 88

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ault EL

7.9/10

Elementary School in Cypress · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Keith EL

7.9/10

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About Ault EL

Ault EL is a public elementary school in Cypress, TX, part of CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD. Ault EL serves approximately 954 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ault EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,631 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ault EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+19.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,693
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Ault EL — Students at Ault EL score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
52.5%
ELA
70.4%
2024
Math
63%
ELA
67%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Ault EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in TX
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

21010 MAPLE VILLAGE DR, Cypress, TX 77429

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ault EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. POPE EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GRAND OAKS EL (rated 8.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Tomball), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SWENKE EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cypress, see our Cypress schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
KEITH EL Cypress 0.7 mi 7.9
SALYARDS MIDDLE Houston 0.9 mi 7.9
SWENKE EL Cypress 1.6 mi 8.3
POPE EL Cypress 2.6 mi 8.7
THE CONNECTION SCHOOL OF HOUSTON Cypress 3.0 mi 7.8
GROWING SCHOLARS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cypress 3.2 mi
CYPRESS RANCH H S Cypress 4.3 mi 8.1
ROBISON EL Cypress 3.9 mi 7.3
GOODSON MIDDLE Cypress 3.9 mi 7.9
SMITH MIDDLE Cypress 4.5 mi 8.6
SPILLANE MIDDLE Cypress 4.1 mi 8.4
BRIDGELAND H S Cypress 4.6 mi 6.9
WARNER EL Cypress 4.6 mi 8.1
CYPRESS WOODS H S Cypress 4.2 mi 8.1
FARNEY EL Cypress 4.2 mi 7.7
WELLS EL Cypress 4.8 mi 8.0
MCGOWN EL Cypress 5.0 mi 7.1
ROBERTS ROAD EL Hockley 4.5 mi 4.4
GRAND LAKES J H Tomball 4.9 mi 8.1
GRAND OAKS EL Tomball 5.0 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,931

Median Home Value

$342,300

Median Rent

$1,684/mo

Population

95,938

College Educated

48.6%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ault EL

What grades does Ault EL serve?

Ault EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ault EL?

Ault EL has an enrollment of approximately 954 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ault EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Ault EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ault EL rank in TX?

Ault EL ranks #1,631 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ault EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Ault EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ault EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ault EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Ault EL a charter school?

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

Is Ault EL a Title I school?

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

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

38.1% of students at Ault 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
954
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
District Enrollment
118,470
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,693
District Rank
#17 of 88

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