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#5249 of 8,547 schools in TX
Banuelos EL
Elementary School · GOOSE CREEK CISD
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522
Enrollment
746
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
746
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Baytown
#27 of 30
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#2,583 of 4,678
In district
#27 of 30
GOOSE CREEK CISD
About Banuelos EL
Banuelos EL serves students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Baytown, a small city in Harris County, Texas. The school enrolls 746 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1, supported by 48 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, Banuelos EL is working to strengthen student performance.
Currently, about 39 percent of students are proficient or above in English language arts and reading, while 40 percent meet proficiency benchmarks in math. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks at the 44th percentile among Texas schools, positioning it in the middle range statewide. These scores suggest the school has meaningful opportunities to build on its instructional practices and support student growth across core subjects.
As an elementary school in Baytown's small-city setting, Banuelos EL serves a diverse community of young learners during their formative educational years.
Score Breakdown
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Banuelos EL — Students at Banuelos EL score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.5/10.
How Banuelos EL Compares
See how Banuelos EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 48% (2019) to 33% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 44% (2019) to 34% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Banuelos EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VICTORIA WALKER EL (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRAVIS EL (rated 7.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARLEM EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Baytown, see our Baytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTORIA WALKER EL Baytown | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| HIGH POINT SCHOOL Baytown | 0.7 mi | — |
| JESSIE LEE PUMPHREY EL Baytown | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| E F GREEN JUNIOR SCHOOL Baytown | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL Baytown | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HARLEM EL Baytown | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ALAMO EL Baytown | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Baytown | 2.0 mi | — |
| BAYTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baytown | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CHINQUAPIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Highlands | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Baytown | 2.7 mi | — |
| STERLING H S Baytown | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| GENTRY J H Baytown | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CROCKETT EL Baytown | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| HIGHLANDS J H Baytown | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Baytown | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| BAYTOWN J H Baytown | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| STUART CAREER TECH H S Baytown | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| TRAVIS EL Baytown | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| POINT ALTERNATIVE CENTER Baytown | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARBOR CREEK EL Euless, TX | 5.8 |
| BEAR CREEK EL Euless, TX | 5.8 |
| BOALS EL Frisco, TX | 5.8 |
| BORCHARDT EL Plano, TX | 5.8 |
| BROOKWOOD EL Houston, TX | 5.8 |
| CALALLEN WEST INT Corpus Christi, TX | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Banuelos EL
What grades does Banuelos EL serve?
Banuelos EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Banuelos EL?
Banuelos EL has an enrollment of approximately 746 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Banuelos EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Banuelos EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Banuelos EL rank in TX?
Banuelos EL is ranked #5249 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Banuelos EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Banuelos EL has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Banuelos EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Banuelos EL has 40.5% math proficiency and 39.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Banuelos EL a charter school?
No, Banuelos EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Banuelos EL a Title I school?
No, Banuelos EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Banuelos EL?
76.0% of students at Banuelos 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,248/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Baytown). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 746
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 420-4800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GOOSE CREEK CISD- District Enrollment
- 24,108
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,521
- District Rank
- #27 of 30
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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