Excellent
#794 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Bess Campbell EL
Elementary School · LAMAR CISD
1000 SHADOW BEND DR, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#794 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#6 of 33
public schools
In district
#2 of 44
LAMAR CISD
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Bess Campbell EL
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About Bess Campbell EL
Bess Campbell EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of LAMAR CISD. Bess Campbell EL serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bess Campbell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #794 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bess Campbell EL show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Bess Campbell EL — Students at Bess Campbell EL score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Bess Campbell EL Compares
See how Bess Campbell EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1000 SHADOW BEND DR, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bess Campbell EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMMONWEALTH EL (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WALKER STATION EL (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM VELASQUEZ EL Richmond | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SUSANNA DICKINSON EL Sugar Land | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| FORT SETTLEMENT MIDDLE Sugar Land | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| MEMORIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.1 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE EL Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SARTARTIA MIDDLE Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SUG: SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| COLONY MEADOWS EL Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| READING JH Richmond | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| GEORGE RANCH H S Richmond | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| COMMONWEALTH EL Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | 9.3 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| WALKER STATION EL Sugar Land | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| BRAZOS BEND EL Sugar Land | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW TERRITORY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
| COLONY BEND EL Sugar Land | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| KNILE CENTER LLC Richmond | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,381
Median Home Value
$462,200
Median Rent
$1,997/mo
Population
92,355
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
40.9
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| AUSTIN EL Coppell, TX | 8.5 |
| BLANTON EL Lantana, TX | 8.5 |
| CANNON EL Grapevine, TX | 8.5 |
| CARLISLE EL Plano, TX | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bess Campbell EL
What grades does Bess Campbell EL serve?
Bess Campbell EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bess Campbell EL?
Bess Campbell EL has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bess Campbell EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Bess Campbell EL is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bess Campbell EL rank in TX?
Bess Campbell EL ranks #794 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bess Campbell EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Bess Campbell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Bess Campbell EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bess Campbell EL has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bess Campbell EL a charter school?
No, Bess Campbell EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bess Campbell EL a Title I school?
No, Bess Campbell EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bess Campbell EL?
12.7% of students at Bess Campbell 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Phone
- (832) 223-1300
Resources & Links
District
LAMAR CISD- District Enrollment
- 44,512
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,664
- District Rank
- #2 of 44
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