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Bonham EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

8302 BRAES RIVER DR, Houston, TX 77074

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

992

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,978 of 8,552

In Houston

#440 of 723

public schools

In district

#158 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

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Bonham EL

5.3/10

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

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About Bonham EL

Bonham EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Bonham EL serves approximately 992 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonham EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,978 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bonham EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
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
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Bonham EL — Students at Bonham EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (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
80%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
29%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Bonham EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in TX
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

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

8302 BRAES RIVER DR, Houston, TX 77074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bonham EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEFF ECC (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STEP CHARTER II (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SHARPSTOWN H S Houston 0.3 mi 3.2
SUGAR GROVE ACADEMY Houston 0.4 mi 6.7
STEP CHARTER II Houston 0.7 mi 8.4
SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS BISSONNET EL CAMPUS Houston 0.8 mi 6.9
ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY H S Houston 0.8 mi 7.6
ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston 0.8 mi 4.5
NEFF ECC Houston 0.9 mi 9.0
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Houston 1.0 mi 7.4
MCNAMARA EL Houston 0.9 mi 5.9
SHARPSTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Houston 1.1 mi 7.7
NEFF EL Houston 1.2 mi 4.2
FONDREN MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 4.5
SUTTON EL Houston 1.3 mi 5.1
TORAH GIRLS ACADEMY OF TEXAS Houston 1.4 mi 6.4
ELROD EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.9
MONTESSORI LEARNING INSTITUTE Houston 1.5 mi 7.2
WHITE E EL Houston 1.5 mi 3.9
VALLEY WEST EL Houston 1.7 mi 3.1
KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI Houston 1.6 mi 8.1
KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston 1.6 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,408

Median Home Value

$201,600

Median Rent

$1,066/mo

Population

37,467

College Educated

20.3%

Homeownership

32.6%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

27.2%

Median Age

32.6

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BRIARGROVE EL Houston, TX 5.3
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CLEARFORK EL Andrews, TX 5.3
ELM GROVE EL Kingwood, TX 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bonham EL

What grades does Bonham EL serve?

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

How many students attend Bonham EL?

Bonham EL has an enrollment of approximately 992 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonham EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Bonham EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bonham EL rank in TX?

Bonham EL ranks #5,978 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bonham EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Bonham EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Bonham EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonham EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bonham EL a charter school?

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

Is Bonham EL a Title I school?

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

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

99.2% of students at Bonham 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
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
992
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

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

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