Average
#6073 of 8,547 schools in TX
Boone EL
Elementary School · ALIEF ISD
11400 BISSONNET, Houston, TX 77099
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Houston
#424 of 723
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#3,015 of 4,678
In district
#29 of 42
ALIEF ISD
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Boone EL
Boone Elementary serves 528 students in kindergarten through fourth grade in Houston's 77099 ZIP code area. This regular public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.0:1 with 48 full-time equivalent teachers, providing students with more individualized attention than many larger schools. The school has earned recognition for its performance, receiving a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #106 out of 8,598 schools statewide, placing it in the 99th percentile among Texas elementary schools.
This strong ranking reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence during these foundational early years. Boone Elementary is located at 11400 Bissonnet in a diverse Houston neighborhood where the median household income is $45,691 and median home value is $163,100. The surrounding community of nearly 50,000 residents represents a working-class area where 18% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The school serves families from various economic backgrounds, with about 26% of the neighborhood living below the poverty line. As an elementary school situated in Houston's large city environment, Boone Elementary provides students with both the resources of urban education and the close-knit community feel that comes with focusing on the earliest grades of a child's academic journey.
Score Breakdown
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Boone EL — Students at Boone EL score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 4.5/10.
How Boone EL Compares
See how Boone EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 38% (2019) to 17% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 20% (2021).
Location
11400 BISSONNET, Houston, TX 77099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boone EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SMITH EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CUMMINGS EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HORN EL (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly 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 | 5.8 |
| MARIA DEL CARMEN MARTINEZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 0.6 mi | — |
| HORN EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP SHINE PREP Houston | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| KIPP HOUSTON H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CUMMINGS EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MARTIN EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| PHOENIX SCHOOL AT SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| LANDIS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| STEP CHARTER EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| YOUNGBLOOD INT Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MATA INT Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| KENNEDY EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Boone EL has a median household income of $48,735. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,800, with a median rent of $1,218/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| A V CATO EL Fort Worth, TX | 5.3 |
| ALKEK EL Bandera, TX | 5.3 |
| ALLEN EL Frisco, TX | 5.3 |
| ANDERSON EL Arlington, TX | 5.3 |
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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 is ranked #6073 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Boone EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Boone EL has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Boone EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Boone EL has 27.5% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (5,451/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (281) 983-8308
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ALIEF ISD- District Enrollment
- 39,474
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,388
- District Rank
- #29 of 42
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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