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#6191 of 8,552 schools in TX

Carolee Booker EL

Elementary School · SPRING ISD

22352 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR, Houston, TX 77073

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

763

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,191 of 8,552

In Houston

#474 of 723

public schools

In district

#14 of 41

SPRING ISD

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.2/10

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

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About Carolee Booker EL

Carolee Booker EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of SPRING ISD. Carolee Booker EL serves approximately 763 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Carolee Booker EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,191 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Carolee Booker EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,710
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Carolee Booker EL — Students at Carolee Booker EL score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 54.0% (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
89%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
33%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Carolee Booker EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in TX
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

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

22352 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR, Houston, TX 77073

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carolee Booker EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GINGER MCNABB EL (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Spring), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABIDING WORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEMM EL (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ANDY DEKANEY H S Houston 0.2 mi 2.7
LEWIS MIDDLE Houston 0.5 mi 2.0
RICHEY ACADEMY Houston 1.4 mi 3.4
MEYER EL Houston 1.4 mi 4.4
YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston 1.7 mi 9.6
ABIDING WORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 6.1
DUNN EL Houston 1.8 mi 2.6
APPLE TREE SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi
LEMM EL Klein 1.9 mi 6.1
BAMMEL EL Houston 1.8 mi 3.6
NIMITZ H S Houston 1.9 mi 3.1
BAMMEL MIDDLE Houston 1.9 mi 2.6
THE SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AT BAMMEL Houston 1.9 mi 3.6
WESTFIELD H S Houston 1.9 mi 2.7
RALPH EICKENROHT EL Houston 2.3 mi 4.8
SPRING H S Spring 2.4 mi 3.0
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY HOUSTON (SUBURBAN) Houston 2.5 mi 3.4
GINGER MCNABB EL Spring 2.6 mi 7.5
SPRING WOODS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 2.3 mi
PEARL M HIRSCH EL Spring 2.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,271

Median Home Value

$206,700

Median Rent

$1,330/mo

Population

43,684

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carolee Booker EL

What grades does Carolee Booker EL serve?

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

How many students attend Carolee Booker EL?

Carolee Booker EL has an enrollment of approximately 763 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carolee Booker EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Carolee Booker EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carolee Booker EL rank in TX?

Carolee Booker EL ranks #6,191 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Carolee Booker EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Carolee Booker 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 Carolee Booker EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carolee Booker EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Carolee Booker EL a charter school?

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

Is Carolee Booker EL a Title I school?

No, Carolee Booker EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

91.6% of students at Carolee Booker 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

SPRING ISD
District Enrollment
33,935
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,710
District Rank
#14 of 41

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