Needs Improvement
#7813 of 8,552 schools in TX
Boone EL
Elementary School · ALIEF ISD
11400 BISSONNET, Houston, TX 77099
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,813 of 8,552
In Houston
#642 of 723
public schools
In district
#42 of 42
ALIEF ISD
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Boone EL
Boone EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALIEF ISD. Boone EL serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Boone EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,813 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Boone EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Boone 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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Boone EL — Students at Boone EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
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: 2.4/10.
How Boone EL Compares
See how Boone 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
11400 BISSONNET, Houston, TX 77099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boone EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STEP CHARTER EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP SHINE PREP (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OLLE MIDDLE Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| MARIA DEL CARMEN MARTINEZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 0.6 mi | — |
| HORN EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| KIPP SHINE PREP Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP HOUSTON H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| CUMMINGS EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MARTIN EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| PHOENIX SCHOOL AT SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| LANDIS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| STEP CHARTER EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| YOUNGBLOOD INT Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| MATA INT Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| KENNEDY EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,735
Median Home Value
$176,800
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
49,271
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALICE MOORE ALEXANDER Denton, TX | 3.7 |
| BAKER-RIPLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston, TX | 3.7 |
| BROWNING EL Houston, TX | 3.7 |
| CARTER PARK EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.7 |
| CARVER EL Greenville, TX | 3.7 |
| CENTENNIAL EL Lubbock, TX | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boone EL
What grades does Boone EL serve?
Boone EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Boone EL?
Boone EL has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boone EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Boone EL is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boone EL rank in TX?
Boone EL ranks #7,813 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Boone EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Boone EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Boone EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boone EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Boone EL a charter school?
No, Boone EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boone EL a Title I school?
No, Boone EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boone EL?
92.2% of students at Boone 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (281) 983-8308
Resources & Links
District
ALIEF ISD- District Enrollment
- 39,474
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,388
- District Rank
- #42 of 42
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