Excellent
#91 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Commonwealth EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
4909 COMMONWEALTH BLVD, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#91 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#1 of 33
public schools
In district
#1 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Commonwealth 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 Commonwealth EL
Commonwealth EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Commonwealth EL serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Commonwealth EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Commonwealth EL show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Commonwealth EL — Students at Commonwealth EL score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.6%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Commonwealth EL Compares
See how Commonwealth 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
4909 COMMONWEALTH BLVD, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Commonwealth EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANNE MCCORMICK SULLIVAN EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is COLONY MEADOWS EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FORT SETTLEMENT MIDDLE Sugar Land | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | — |
| FIRST COLONY MIDDLE Sugar Land | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| COLONY BEND EL Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| COLONY MEADOWS EL Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| SETTLERS WAY EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ANNE MCCORMICK SULLIVAN EL Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| FIRST COLONY MONTESSORI SOUTH Sugar Land | 2.2 mi | — |
| RIVERSTONE MONTESSORI LLC Sugar Land | 2.0 mi | — |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.4 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FIRST COLONY Sugar Land | 2.3 mi | — |
| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| HIGHLANDS EL Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| TRUE KNIGHT ACADEMY Sugar Land | 3.0 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY SUG: SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| THE WIDE SCHOOL Missouri City | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| KIDS R KIDS #12 TX Missouri City | 2.8 mi | — |
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 Commonwealth EL
What grades does Commonwealth EL serve?
Commonwealth EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Commonwealth EL?
Commonwealth EL has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Commonwealth EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Commonwealth EL is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Commonwealth EL rank in TX?
Commonwealth EL ranks #91 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Commonwealth EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Commonwealth EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Commonwealth EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Commonwealth EL has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Commonwealth EL a charter school?
No, Commonwealth EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Commonwealth EL a Title I school?
No, Commonwealth EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Commonwealth EL?
10.6% of students at Commonwealth 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
- 652
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.8%
- Phone
- (281) 634-5120
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #1 of 78
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