Excellent
#885 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 10% in state
Colony Meadows EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
4510 SWEETWATER BLVD, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#885 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#7 of 33
public schools
In district
#8 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Colony Meadows 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 Meadows EL
Colony Meadows EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Colony Meadows EL serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Colony Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #885 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Colony Meadows EL show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Colony Meadows EL — Students at Colony Meadows EL score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.7%
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: 9.0/10.
How Colony Meadows EL Compares
See how Colony Meadows 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
4510 SWEETWATER BLVD, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colony Meadows EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMMONWEALTH EL (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WALKER STATION EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.1 mi | — |
| COLONY BEND EL Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SUG: SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| FORT SETTLEMENT MIDDLE Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| FIRST COLONY MONTESSORI SOUTH Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | — |
| FIRST COLONY MIDDLE Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| COMMONWEALTH EL Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| CORNERSTONE EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | — |
| TRUE KNIGHT ACADEMY Sugar Land | 1.9 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS EL Sugar Land | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SETTLERS WAY EL Sugar Land | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CAMBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| WALKER STATION EL Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| LAKEVIEW MONTESSORI ON THE HILL Sugar Land | 3.0 mi | — |
| LAKEVIEW EL Sugar Land | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BESS CAMPBELL EL Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
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 Meadows EL
What grades does Colony Meadows EL serve?
Colony Meadows EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Colony Meadows EL?
Colony Meadows EL has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colony Meadows EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Colony Meadows EL is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colony Meadows EL rank in TX?
Colony Meadows EL ranks #885 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Colony Meadows EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Colony Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Meadows EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colony Meadows EL has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Colony Meadows EL a charter school?
No, Colony Meadows EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colony Meadows EL a Title I school?
No, Colony Meadows EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colony Meadows EL?
18.7% of students at Colony Meadows 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
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.5%
- Phone
- (281) 634-4120
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #8 of 78
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