Excellent
#1492 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 17% in state
Colony Bend EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
2720 PLANTERS ST, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,492 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#11 of 33
public schools
In district
#13 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Colony Bend EL
Elementary School in Sugar Land · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Colony Bend EL
Colony Bend EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Colony Bend EL serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Colony Bend EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,492 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Colony Bend EL show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Colony Bend EL — Students at Colony Bend EL score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
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: 7.8/10.
How Colony Bend EL Compares
See how Colony Bend 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
2720 PLANTERS ST, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colony Bend EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMMONWEALTH EL (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLONY MEADOWS EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST COLONY MIDDLE Sugar Land | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| FIRST COLONY MONTESSORI SOUTH Sugar Land | 0.7 mi | — |
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Sugar Land | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Sugar Land | 0.9 mi | — |
| SETTLERS WAY EL Sugar Land | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| HIGHLANDS EL Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| COLONY MEADOWS EL Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| TRUE KNIGHT ACADEMY Sugar Land | 1.4 mi | — |
| RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| COMMONWEALTH EL Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FIRST COLONY Sugar Land | 1.5 mi | — |
| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| THE WIDE SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| LEXINGTON CREEK EL Missouri City | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| FORT SETTLEMENT MIDDLE Sugar Land | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| KIDS R KIDS #12 TX Missouri City | 2.0 mi | — |
| THE LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL Missouri City | 2.2 mi | — |
| SOUTHMINSTER SCHOOL Missouri City | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,381
Median Home Value
$462,200
Median Rent
$1,997/mo
Population
92,355
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colony Bend EL
What grades does Colony Bend EL serve?
Colony Bend EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Colony Bend EL?
Colony Bend EL has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colony Bend EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Colony Bend EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colony Bend EL rank in TX?
Colony Bend EL ranks #1,492 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Colony Bend EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Colony Bend EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Colony Bend EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colony Bend EL has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Colony Bend EL a charter school?
No, Colony Bend EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colony Bend EL a Title I school?
No, Colony Bend EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colony Bend EL?
45.4% of students at Colony Bend 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- Phone
- (281) 634-4080
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #13 of 78
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