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#4566 of 8,552 schools in TX
Elmore EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
8200 TATE ST, Houston, TX 77028
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,566 of 8,552
In Houston
#299 of 723
public schools
In district
#112 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Elmore EL
Elmore EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Elmore EL serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmore EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,566 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Elmore EL show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Elmore 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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Elmore EL — Students at Elmore EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 8.4/10.
How Elmore EL Compares
See how Elmore 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
8200 TATE ST, Houston, TX 77028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elmore EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELIOT EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTINEZ R EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLIARD EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCGOWEN EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| OATES EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HILLIARD EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| THE VARNETT SCHOOL - NORTHEAST Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| SCROGGINS EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| FURR H S Houston | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| ELIOT EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP Houston | 2.7 mi | — |
| MARTINEZ R EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| KASHMERE H S Houston | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| KASHMERE GARDENS EL Houston | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP LEGACY PREPARATORY Houston | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP NORTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| KIPP VOYAGE ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Houston | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| FOREST BROOK MIDDLE Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PLEASANTVILLE EL Houston | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ISAACS EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP POLARIS ACADEMY FOR BOYS Houston | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| FONWOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,244
Median Home Value
$108,200
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
18,379
College Educated
7.7%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
34.4%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elmore EL
What grades does Elmore EL serve?
Elmore EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elmore EL?
Elmore EL has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmore EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Elmore EL is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elmore EL rank in TX?
Elmore EL ranks #4,566 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Elmore EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Elmore EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Elmore EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmore EL has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Elmore EL a charter school?
No, Elmore EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elmore EL a Title I school?
No, Elmore EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elmore EL?
99.0% of students at Elmore 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
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (713) 672-7466
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #112 of 272
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