Excellent
#418 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 5% in state
Cornerstone EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
1800 CHATHAM AVE, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#418 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#2 of 33
public schools
In district
#2 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Cornerstone 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 Cornerstone EL
Cornerstone EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Cornerstone EL serves approximately 850 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornerstone EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #418 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cornerstone EL show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Cornerstone EL — Students at Cornerstone EL score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
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 Cornerstone EL Compares
See how Cornerstone 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
1800 CHATHAM AVE, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornerstone EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WALKER STATION EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BESS CAMPBELL EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FUSION ACADEMY SUG: SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| SARTARTIA MIDDLE Sugar Land | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| WALKER STATION EL Sugar Land | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| CAMBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| NEW TERRITORY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| COLONY MEADOWS EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| MEMORIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | — |
| RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| BRAZOS BEND EL Sugar Land | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| BESS CAMPBELL EL Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.4 mi | — |
| FORT SETTLEMENT MIDDLE Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| M R WOOD CENTER FOR LEARNING Sugar Land | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| LAKEVIEW MONTESSORI ON THE HILL Sugar Land | 3.0 mi | — |
| SUSANNA DICKINSON EL Sugar Land | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| LAKEVIEW EL Sugar Land | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| COLONY BEND EL Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRENTWOOD EL Austin, TX | 8.8 |
| CALDWELL EL Caldwell, TX | 8.8 |
| CAMPBELL EL League City, TX | 8.8 |
| CARPENTER EL Pflugerville, TX | 8.8 |
| CREEKVIEW EL The Woodlands, TX | 8.8 |
| GUS WINSTON CAIN EL Whitehouse, TX | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornerstone EL
What grades does Cornerstone EL serve?
Cornerstone EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cornerstone EL?
Cornerstone EL has an enrollment of approximately 850 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone EL is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cornerstone EL rank in TX?
Cornerstone EL ranks #418 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cornerstone EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cornerstone EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Cornerstone EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cornerstone EL has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cornerstone EL a charter school?
No, Cornerstone EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cornerstone EL a Title I school?
No, Cornerstone EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cornerstone EL?
13.6% of students at Cornerstone 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
- 850
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.9%
- Phone
- (281) 634-6400
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #2 of 78
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