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#4816 of 8,552 schools in TX
Eckert EL
Elementary School · ALDINE ISD
1430 ALDINE MEADOWS RD, Houston, TX 77032
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,816 of 8,552
In Houston
#317 of 723
public schools
In district
#21 of 77
ALDINE ISD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Eckert EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Eckert EL
Eckert EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Eckert EL serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Eckert EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,816 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Eckert EL show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Eckert EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
50% of students at Eckert EL 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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Eckert EL — Students at Eckert EL score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 9.6/10.
How Eckert EL Compares
See how Eckert 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
1430 ALDINE MEADOWS RD, Houston, TX 77032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eckert EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH CENTRAL EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REED ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMPSON EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DE SANTIAGO EC/PK/K Houston | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ALDINE MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| HALL SUCCESS ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| LANE SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| CALVERT EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH CENTRAL EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| YES PREP - NORTH CENTRAL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| HINOJOSA EC/PK/K Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| REED ACADEMY Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| RAYMOND EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 2.6 |
| GRANTHAM ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| ODOM EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MARCELLA EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MEAD MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| VARDEMAN EC/PK/K Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| STEPHENS EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL Houston | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| THOMPSON EL Houston | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ARROW ACADEMY - HARVEST PREPARATORY ACADEMY Houston | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| GRIGGS EC/PK/K Houston | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,731
Median Home Value
$122,900
Median Rent
$1,148/mo
Population
13,536
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
34.9%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
27.7
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| ALICE PONDER EL Mansfield, TX | 6.0 |
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| BALLINGER EL Ballinger, TX | 6.0 |
| BELLAIRE EL Hurst, TX | 6.0 |
| BETTS EL Edinburg, TX | 6.0 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Houston, TX | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eckert EL
What grades does Eckert EL serve?
Eckert EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Eckert EL?
Eckert EL has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eckert EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Eckert EL is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eckert EL rank in TX?
Eckert EL ranks #4,816 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Eckert EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Eckert EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Eckert EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eckert EL has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Eckert EL a charter school?
No, Eckert EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eckert EL a Title I school?
No, Eckert EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eckert EL?
97.4% of students at Eckert 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (281) 985-6380
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #21 of 77
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