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#7941 of 8,552 schools in TX

Bammel EL

Elementary School · SPRING ISD

17309 RED OAK DR, Houston, TX 77090

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

679

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,941 of 8,552

In Houston

#656 of 723

public schools

In district

#30 of 41

SPRING ISD

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Bammel EL

3.6/10

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

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About Bammel EL

Bammel EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of SPRING ISD. Bammel EL serves approximately 679 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bammel EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,941 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bammel EL show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Bammel EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,710
Chronic Absenteeism43.9%

Bammel EL — Students at Bammel EL score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (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
78%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27.2%
2024
Math
18%
ELA
28%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Bammel EL Compares

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

Overall Score
3.6/10
7th percentile in TX
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

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

17309 RED OAK DR, Houston, TX 77090

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bammel EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPELL WELL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Spring), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAUDE EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
APPLE TREE SCHOOL Houston 0.1 mi
ABIDING WORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 0.2 mi 6.1
PONDEROSA EL Houston 0.8 mi 4.6
SPRING WOODS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 0.9 mi
WESTFIELD H S Houston 1.0 mi 2.7
HELEN MAJOR EL Houston 1.2 mi 4.5
BAMMEL MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 2.6
THE SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AT BAMMEL Houston 1.3 mi 3.6
MEYER EL Houston 1.3 mi 4.4
LEMM EL Klein 1.4 mi 6.1
ANDY DEKANEY H S Houston 1.6 mi 2.7
ARROW ACADEMY - CHAMPIONS ACADEMY Houston 1.8 mi 3.6
CAROLEE BOOKER EL Houston 1.8 mi 5.2
HAUDE EL Klein 2.3 mi 7.4
NORTHWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 2.3 mi 6.2
RICHEY ACADEMY Houston 2.3 mi 3.4
SPRING H S Spring 2.4 mi 3.0
RALPH EICKENROHT EL Houston 2.5 mi 4.8
LEWIS MIDDLE Houston 2.3 mi 2.0
SPELL WELL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spring 2.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,196

Median Home Value

$235,500

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

41,843

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

28%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

30.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
ANDERSON ACADEMY Houston, TX 3.6
CJ & ANNE HYMAN EL Dallas, TX 3.6
DAN POWELL EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Everman, TX 3.6
DAVIS EL Irving, TX 3.6
GLENN EL San Antonio, TX 3.6
GRAHAM EL Austin, TX 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bammel EL

What grades does Bammel EL serve?

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

How many students attend Bammel EL?

Bammel EL has an enrollment of approximately 679 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bammel EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Bammel EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bammel EL rank in TX?

Bammel EL ranks #7,941 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bammel EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Bammel EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Bammel EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bammel EL has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bammel EL a charter school?

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

Is Bammel EL a Title I school?

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

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

96.2% of students at Bammel 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
679
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

District

SPRING ISD
District Enrollment
33,935
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,710
District Rank
#30 of 41

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