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Bonner EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

8100 ELROD ST, Houston, TX 77017

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

596

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,043 of 8,552

In Houston

#350 of 723

public schools

In district

#130 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Bonner EL

5.9/10

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

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About Bonner EL

Bonner EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Bonner EL serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonner EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,043 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bonner EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Bonner EL — Students at Bonner EL score 46% 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

97.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 51.9% (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
86%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
34.6%
ELA
28.6%
2024
Math
48%
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: 3.7/10.

How Bonner EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in TX
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

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

8100 ELROD ST, Houston, TX 77017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bonner EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARK PLACE EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LEWIS EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KIPP CLIMB ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP CLIMB ACADEMY Houston 0.6 mi 6.6
KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston 0.6 mi 6.7
CHAVEZ H S Houston 0.8 mi 5.1
STEVENSON MIDDLE Houston 1.0 mi 5.9
PARK PLACE EL Houston 1.2 mi 6.7
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON HOBBY Dallas 1.3 mi 2.8
PATTERSON EL Houston 1.1 mi 6.4
YES PREP - HOBBY Houston 1.3 mi 7.8
A & B NURSERY SCHOOL Houston 1.3 mi
SOUTH HOUSTON EL So Houston 1.3 mi 3.4
ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi 6.5
BELLFORT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston 1.4 mi 5.2
LEWIS EL Houston 1.5 mi 6.7
RUCKER EL Houston 1.6 mi 5.7
SOUTH HOUSTON INT So Houston 1.7 mi 5.4
MATTHYS EL South Houston 1.7 mi 4.3
EARLY COLLEGE T-STEM ACADEMY Houston 1.8 mi 6.9
PSTEM ACADEMY Houston 1.8 mi 6.3
EARLY COLLEGE STEM ACADEMY Houston 1.8 mi 5.9
ORTIZ MIDDLE Houston 1.9 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,750

Median Home Value

$146,600

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

30,797

College Educated

10.5%

Homeownership

50.8%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Median Age

32.2

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BULLOCK EL Garland, TX 5.9
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CALK-WILSON EL Corpus Christi, TX 5.9
CARPENTER EL Deer Park, TX 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bonner EL

What grades does Bonner EL serve?

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

How many students attend Bonner EL?

Bonner EL has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonner EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Bonner EL 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 Bonner EL rank in TX?

Bonner EL ranks #5,043 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bonner EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Bonner EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Bonner EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonner EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bonner EL a charter school?

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

Is Bonner EL a Title I school?

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

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

97.3% of students at Bonner 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

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

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