Needs Improvement
#8269 of 8,552 schools in TX
Draw Academy
Elementary School · DRAW ACADEMY
3920 STONEY BROOK DR, Houston, TX 77063
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,269 of 8,552
In Houston
#697 of 723
public schools
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Draw Academy
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About Draw Academy
Draw Academy is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of DRAW ACADEMY. Draw Academy serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 26:1 student-teacher ratio. Draw Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,269 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Draw Academy show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Draw Academy runs 26:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Draw Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Draw Academy — Students at Draw Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
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: 2.7/10.
How Draw Academy Compares
See how Draw Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3920 STONEY BROOK DR, Houston, TX 77063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Draw Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIARMEADOW CHARTER (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP SHARP PREP (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP SHARP PREP Houston | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| KIPP SHARPSTOWN COLLEGE PREP Houston | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIARMEADOW CHARTER Houston | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| EMPOWERMENT H S Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| WISDOM H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL Houston | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING COTTAGE Houston | 0.7 mi | — |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| THE HARRIS SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| PINEY POINT EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| BAKER-RIPLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| NEW NEIGHBOR CAMPUS Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ETOILE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| NCI CHARTER SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| PREMIER H S - HOUSTON (SHARPSTOWN) Lewisville | 1.2 mi | — |
| MARK WHITE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,509
Median Home Value
$281,300
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
39,994
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
23.6%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Draw Academy
What grades does Draw Academy serve?
Draw Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Draw Academy?
Draw Academy has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Draw Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Draw Academy is 26:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Draw Academy rank in TX?
Draw Academy ranks #8,269 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Draw Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Draw Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Draw Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Draw Academy has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Draw Academy a charter school?
Yes, Draw Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Draw Academy a Title I school?
No, Draw Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Draw Academy?
99.7% of students at Draw Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.0%
- Phone
- (713) 706-3729
Resources & Links
District
DRAW ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 677
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,621
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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