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Benbrook EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

4026 BOLIN RD, Houston, TX 77092

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

485

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,665 of 8,552

In Houston

#411 of 723

public schools

In district

#147 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Benbrook EL

5.5/10

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

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About Benbrook EL

Benbrook EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Benbrook EL serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Benbrook EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,665 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Benbrook EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

Benbrook EL — Students at Benbrook EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (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
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
43.1%
ELA
52.7%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
43%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Benbrook EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

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

4026 BOLIN RD, Houston, TX 77092

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Benbrook EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIDGECREST EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLLIBROOK EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CEDAR BROOK EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SCARBOROUGH H S Houston 0.6 mi 4.3
WAINWRIGHT EL Houston 0.8 mi 6.0
CLIFTON MIDDLE Houston 1.1 mi 3.1
THE LION LANE SCHOOL Houston 1.0 mi 3.8
LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston 1.1 mi 4.7
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Houston 1.1 mi 7.7
SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS MANGUM EL CAMPUS Houston 1.2 mi 4.8
THE PANDA PATH SCHOOL Houston 1.2 mi 3.7
TREASURE FOREST EL Houston 1.5 mi 4.4
RIDGECREST EL Houston 1.4 mi 7.8
KIPP NEXUS PRI Houston 1.3 mi 6.5
KIPP NEXUS MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 5.9
MEMORIAL HALL SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi
SMITH EL Houston 1.5 mi 5.4
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 1.5 mi 5.2
YES PREP - WHITE OAK Houston 1.7 mi 5.1
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 5.0
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF NORTHWEST HOUSTON Houston 1.8 mi
HOLLIBROOK EL Houston 1.6 mi 7.8
CEDAR BROOK EL Houston 1.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,741

Median Home Value

$222,800

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

36,185

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

42%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.3%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Benbrook EL

What grades does Benbrook EL serve?

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

How many students attend Benbrook EL?

Benbrook EL has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benbrook EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Benbrook EL is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Benbrook EL rank in TX?

Benbrook EL ranks #5,665 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Benbrook EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Benbrook EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Benbrook EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Benbrook EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Benbrook EL a charter school?

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

Is Benbrook EL a Title I school?

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

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

97.9% of students at Benbrook 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#147 of 272

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