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Very Good

#3019 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 35% in state

Escamilla EL

Elementary School · ALDINE ISD

5241 E MT HOUSTON RD, Houston, TX 77093

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

780

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,019 of 8,552

In Houston

#169 of 723

public schools

In district

#11 of 77

ALDINE ISD

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Escamilla EL

7.1/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k

5.8/10

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3.3/10

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About Escamilla EL

Escamilla EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Escamilla EL serves approximately 780 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Escamilla EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,019 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Escamilla EL show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.1
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,268
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Escamilla EL — Students at Escamilla EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 24.9% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
43%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
35.5%
2024
Math
30%
ELA
32%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Escamilla EL Compares

See how Escamilla EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in TX
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5241 E MT HOUSTON RD, Houston, TX 77093

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Escamilla EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARSHALL EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GARCIA-LEZA EC/PK/K (rated 5.8/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WORSHAM EL (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
GARCIA-LEZA EC/PK/K Houston 0.1 mi 5.8
ORANGE GROVE EL Houston 0.8 mi 3.3
TWO DIMENSIONS/VICKERY Houston 1.0 mi 2.7
HAMBRICK MIDDLE Houston 1.0 mi 4.0
MARSHALL EL Houston 1.0 mi 6.8
OLESON EL Houston 1.1 mi 3.3
MACARTHUR H S Houston 1.2 mi 2.9
YES PREP NORTH FOREST Houston 1.3 mi 5.6
NORTH FOREST EL Houston 1.3 mi 5.0
NORTH EAST STEM ACADEMY Houston 1.7 mi 3.4
WORSHAM EL Houston 1.8 mi 5.7
SCARBOROUGH EL Houston 2.0 mi 5.1
VARDEMAN EC/PK/K Houston 1.9 mi 4.8
JOHNSON EL Humble 2.1 mi 2.6
MEAD MIDDLE Houston 2.1 mi 6.4
AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 8.5
STEPHENS EL Houston 2.2 mi 3.8
SHADYDALE EL Houston 3.0 mi 5.3
FOREST BROOK MIDDLE Houston 3.1 mi 6.9
IDEA HARDY ACADEMY Houston 2.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,958

Median Home Value

$122,400

Median Rent

$1,102/mo

Population

46,091

College Educated

5.4%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

32.7%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Escamilla EL

What grades does Escamilla EL serve?

Escamilla EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Escamilla EL?

Escamilla EL has an enrollment of approximately 780 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Escamilla EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Escamilla EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Escamilla EL rank in TX?

Escamilla EL ranks #3,019 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Escamilla EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Escamilla EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Escamilla EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Escamilla EL has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Escamilla EL a charter school?

No, Escamilla EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Escamilla EL a Title I school?

No, Escamilla EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escamilla EL?

95.3% of students at Escamilla 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
780
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

ALDINE ISD
District Enrollment
57,844
Schools in District
80
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,268
District Rank
#11 of 77

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