Needs Improvement
#8445 of 8,552 schools in TX
Community Services-sec
School · HOUSTON ISD
1102 TELEPHONE RD, Houston, TX 77023
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,445 of 8,552
In Houston
#714 of 723
public schools
In district
#269 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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About Community Services-sec
Community Services-sec is a public school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Community Services-sec serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 2.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Services-sec has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,445 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Community Services-sec show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Community Services-sec is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.7:1 students to teachers, Community Services-sec sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
78% of students at Community Services-sec were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Community Services-sec — Students at Community Services-sec score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 5.0/10.
How Community Services-sec Compares
See how Community Services-sec 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
1102 TELEPHONE RD, Houston, TX 77023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Services-sec may also want to explore other schools in the area. PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EASTWOOD ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AUSTIN H S Houston | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| EASTWOOD ACADEMY Houston | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| NAVARRO MIDDLE Houston | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| CAGE EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE Houston | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| KIPP EXPLORE ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP EAST END H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| LANTRIP EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| HENDERSON J EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BURNET EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CARRILLO EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| TIJERINA EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,018
Median Home Value
$279,300
Median Rent
$1,079/mo
Population
24,962
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LANE SCHOOL Houston, TX | 2.6 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Austin, TX | 3.0 |
| HILL COUNTRY YOUTH RANCH Ingram, TX | 3.5 |
| OAKWELL ACADEMY College Station, TX | 3.6 |
| DARROUZETT SCHOOLS Darrouzett, TX | 3.8 |
| DAWSON SCHOOL Welch, TX | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Services-sec
What grades does Community Services-sec serve?
Community Services-sec serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Community Services-sec?
Community Services-sec has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Services-sec?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Services-sec is 2.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community Services-sec rank in TX?
Community Services-sec ranks #8,445 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Community Services-sec's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Services-sec has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Community Services-sec?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Services-sec has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Community Services-sec a charter school?
No, Community Services-sec is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community Services-sec a Title I school?
No, Community Services-sec is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Services-sec?
78.5% of students at Community Services-sec 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.6%
- Phone
- (713) 967-5285
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #269 of 272
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