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#6062 of 8,552 schools in TX
Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School
Elementary School · BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL
5807 CALHOUN RD, Houston, TX 77021
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,062 of 8,552
In Houston
#456 of 723
public schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School
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About Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School
Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL. Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,062 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School — Students at Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 2.9/10.
How Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School Compares
See how Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5807 CALHOUN RD, Houston, TX 77021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMPSON EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOSTER EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARTSFIELD EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP PEACE EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP LIBERATION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PECK EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| FOSTER EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| THOMPSON EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| CULLEN MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | — |
| KELSO EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| YATES H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| JONES FUTURES ACADEMY Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LOCKHART EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BROOKLINE EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| MELINDA WEBB SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| BASTIAN EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,034
Median Home Value
$203,900
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
24,884
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
28.7%
Median Age
36.8
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| AUSTIN MONTESSORI MAGNET Odessa, TX | 5.2 |
| BELLFORT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston, TX | 5.2 |
| BURNET EL Midland, TX | 5.2 |
| CARAWAY EL Houston, TX | 5.2 |
| CATHERINE BELL EL Little Elm, TX | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School
What grades does Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School serve?
Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School?
Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School rank in TX?
Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School ranks #6,062 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School a Title I school?
No, Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School?
84.1% of students at Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (713) 747-5629
Resources & Links
District
BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 458
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,423
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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