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#4870 of 8,552 schools in TX
Blackshear EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
2900 HOLMAN AVE, Houston, TX 77004
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,870 of 8,552
In Houston
#320 of 723
public schools
In district
#119 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Blackshear EL
Blackshear EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Blackshear EL serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackshear EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,870 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Blackshear EL show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Blackshear EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
37% of students at Blackshear 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
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Blackshear EL — Students at Blackshear EL score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
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: 7.3/10.
How Blackshear EL Compares
See how Blackshear 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
2900 HOLMAN AVE, Houston, TX 77004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blackshear EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THOMPSON EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE JOY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MACGREGOR EL (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN Houston | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| YATES H S Houston | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| YELLOWSTONE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| LOCKHART EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston | 0.9 mi | 2.0 |
| ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| MACGREGOR EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| THOMPSON EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| MELINDA WEBB SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | — |
| THE JOY SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,901
Median Home Value
$384,100
Median Rent
$1,320/mo
Population
35,866
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
37.7%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALLINGER EL Ballinger, TX | 6.0 |
| BURRUS EL Houston, TX | 6.0 |
| CLARKSTON EL Tyler, TX | 6.0 |
| EVANGELINA GARZA EL Mission, TX | 6.0 |
| FAITH FAMILY MASTER ACADEMY Desoto, TX | 6.0 |
| FANNIN EL Corpus Christi, TX | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blackshear EL
What grades does Blackshear EL serve?
Blackshear EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blackshear EL?
Blackshear EL has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackshear EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Blackshear EL is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blackshear EL rank in TX?
Blackshear EL ranks #4,870 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Blackshear EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Blackshear EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Blackshear EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackshear EL has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blackshear EL a charter school?
No, Blackshear EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blackshear EL a Title I school?
No, Blackshear EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blackshear EL?
99.3% of students at Blackshear 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
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (713) 942-1481
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #119 of 272
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