Excellent
#745 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
David EL
Elementary School · CONROE ISD
5301 SHADOW BEND PL, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#745 of 8,552
In The Woodlands
#8 of 23
public schools
In district
#9 of 61
CONROE ISD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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David EL
Elementary School in The Woodlands · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About David EL
David EL is a public elementary school in The Woodlands, TX, part of CONROE ISD. David EL serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. David EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for David EL show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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David EL — Students at David EL score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.3%
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: 9.4/10.
How David EL Compares
See how David 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
5301 SHADOW BEND PL, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIDE EL (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CREEKSIDE FOREST EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GALATAS EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in The Woodlands, see our The Woodlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIDE EL The Woodlands | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ESPRIT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| COLLINS INT The Woodlands | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| THE WOODLANDS H S The Woodlands | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| SON KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring | 1.2 mi | — |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION The Woodlands | 1.3 mi | — |
| POWELL EL The Woodlands | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| THE JOHN COOPER SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MCCULLOUGH J H The Woodlands | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.7 mi | — |
| GLEN LOCH EL The Woodlands | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| GALATAS EL The Woodlands | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| WOODLANDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY The Woodlands | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| THE GROVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Conroe | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT STERLING RIDGE The Woodlands | 2.1 mi | — |
| BUSH EL The Woodlands | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT HUGHES LANDING Spring | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE WOODLANDS METHODIST SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| CREEKSIDE FOREST EL The Woodlands | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| CUNAE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,210
Median Home Value
$445,400
Median Rent
$1,699/mo
Population
35,184
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUSTIN EL Coppell, TX | 8.5 |
| BESS BRANNEN EL Freeport, TX | 8.5 |
| BESS CAMPBELL EL Sugar Land, TX | 8.5 |
| BLANTON EL Lantana, TX | 8.5 |
| CANNON EL Grapevine, TX | 8.5 |
| CANYON POINTE EL Tomball, TX | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David EL
What grades does David EL serve?
David EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend David EL?
David EL has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David EL?
The student-teacher ratio at David 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 David EL rank in TX?
David EL ranks #745 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is David EL's MySchoolScout rating?
David EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 David EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David EL has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is David EL a charter school?
No, David EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David EL a Title I school?
No, David EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David EL?
11.3% of students at David 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 629
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.8%
- Phone
- (281) 298-4700
Resources & Links
District
CONROE ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,352
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,349
- District Rank
- #9 of 61
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