Average
#6075 of 8,552 schools in TX
Caraway EL
Elementary School · ALDINE ISD
3031 ELLINGTON ST, Houston, TX 77088
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,075 of 8,552
In Houston
#462 of 723
public schools
In district
#34 of 77
ALDINE ISD
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Caraway EL
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About Caraway EL
Caraway EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Caraway EL serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Caraway EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,075 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Caraway EL show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Caraway 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.
38% of students at Caraway 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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Caraway EL — Students at Caraway EL score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 8.3/10.
How Caraway EL Compares
See how Caraway 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
3031 ELLINGTON ST, Houston, TX 77088
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Caraway EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NITSCH EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILL EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REECE ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STOVALL EC/PK/K Houston | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HARRIS EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| VINES EC/PK/K Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| REECE ACADEMY Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SHADY ACRES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CARVER H S FOR APPLIED TECH/ENGINEERING/ARTS Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| VICTORY EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| HILL EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| EISENHOWER H S Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| NITSCH EL Klein | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| GARCIA MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| KLEIN INT Klein | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| DREW ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENDEAVOR-HOUSTON Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 2.6 |
| HOFFMAN MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ANDERSON ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| YES PREP - WHITE OAK Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,549
Median Home Value
$173,900
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
54,115
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caraway EL
What grades does Caraway EL serve?
Caraway EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Caraway EL?
Caraway EL has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Caraway EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Caraway EL is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Caraway EL rank in TX?
Caraway EL ranks #6,075 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Caraway EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Caraway EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Caraway EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Caraway EL has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Caraway EL a charter school?
No, Caraway EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Caraway EL a Title I school?
No, Caraway EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caraway EL?
93.9% of students at Caraway 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (281) 878-0320
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #34 of 77
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