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Carpenter EL

Elementary School · DEER PARK ISD

5002 PASADENA BLVD, Deer Park, TX 77536

Enrollment

804

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,014 of 8,552

In Deer Park

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

DEER PARK ISD

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Carpenter EL

5.9/10

Elementary School in Deer Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carpenter EL

Carpenter EL is a public elementary school in Deer Park, TX, part of DEER PARK ISD. Carpenter EL serves approximately 804 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carpenter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,014 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Carpenter EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,284
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Carpenter EL — Students at Carpenter EL score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (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
96%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
46.7%
ELA
57.2%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
45%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Carpenter EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in TX
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

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

5002 PASADENA BLVD, Deer Park, TX 77536

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carpenter EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLLEGE PARK EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby La Porte), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRMONT EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCMASTERS EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deer Park, see our Deer Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BONNETTE J H Deer Park 0.1 mi 7.2
DEER PARK H S Deer Park 0.7 mi 6.7
H S POINT Deer Park 0.7 mi
JP DABBS EL Deer Park 1.3 mi 6.5
THE SUMMIT (HIGH SCHOOL) Pasadena 1.2 mi 3.8
THE SUMMIT (INTERMEDIATE) Pasadena 1.2 mi 5.1
SAN JACINTO INT Pasadena 1.4 mi 6.7
DEER PARK EL Deer Park 1.4 mi 8.0
MCMASTERS EL Pasadena 1.6 mi 8.1
COLLEGE PARK EL La Porte 1.6 mi 8.3
GOLDEN ACRES EL Pasadena 1.6 mi 4.8
DEER PARK J H Deer Park 1.9 mi 8.1
STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pasadena 2.0 mi
PARKS EL Pasadena 1.8 mi 5.5
IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - PASADENA Lewisville 2.0 mi 2.2
KELLER MIDDLE Pasadena 1.9 mi 5.1
PARKWOOD EL Pasadena 2.2 mi 7.3
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pasadena 2.3 mi 6.1
DEEPWATER J H Pasadena 2.2 mi 7.6
FAIRMONT EL Pasadena 2.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,297

Median Home Value

$238,300

Median Rent

$1,344/mo

Population

32,421

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

80.7%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carpenter EL

What grades does Carpenter EL serve?

Carpenter EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Carpenter EL?

Carpenter EL has an enrollment of approximately 804 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carpenter EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Carpenter EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carpenter EL rank in TX?

Carpenter EL ranks #5,014 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Carpenter EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Carpenter 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 Carpenter EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carpenter EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Carpenter EL a charter school?

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

Is Carpenter EL a Title I school?

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

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

60.2% of students at Carpenter 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

DEER PARK ISD
District Enrollment
12,122
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,284
District Rank
#12 of 13

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