Very Good
#2704 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 32% in state
Crespo EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
7500 OFFICE CITY DR, Houston, TX 77012
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,704 of 8,552
In Houston
#147 of 723
public schools
In district
#63 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Crespo EL
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About Crespo EL
Crespo EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Crespo EL serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Crespo EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,704 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Crespo EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Crespo EL — Students at Crespo EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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: 6.9/10.
How Crespo EL Compares
See how Crespo 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
7500 OFFICE CITY DR, Houston, TX 77012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crespo EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVILA EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANCHEZ EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| EARLY COLLEGE T-STEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PSTEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY COLLEGE STEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHMAYD EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| DEADY MIDDLE Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| GOLFCREST EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| DAVILA EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC ELITE COLLEGE PREP Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MILBY H S Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY - CORAL CAMPUS Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PARK PLACE EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| YES PREP EAST END EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| YES PREP - EAST END Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| HARRIS J R EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CORNELIUS EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| BROOKLINE EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| BELLFORT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| SEGUIN EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,287
Median Home Value
$127,400
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
16,780
College Educated
10.5%
Homeownership
41.5%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX | 7.3 |
| ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN Burleson, TX | 7.3 |
| ALFONSO RAMIREZ EL Edinburg, TX | 7.3 |
| ANNE L MAGEE EL Edinburg, TX | 7.3 |
| ANNETTE PERRY EL Mansfield, TX | 7.3 |
| AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crespo EL
What grades does Crespo EL serve?
Crespo EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Crespo EL?
Crespo EL has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crespo EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Crespo EL is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crespo EL rank in TX?
Crespo EL ranks #2,704 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Crespo EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Crespo EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Crespo EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crespo EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crespo EL a charter school?
No, Crespo EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crespo EL a Title I school?
No, Crespo EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crespo EL?
95.2% of students at Crespo 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
- 526
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (713) 845-7492
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #63 of 272
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