Below Average
#6775 of 8,552 schools in TX
Frost EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
5002 ALMEDA GENOA RD, Houston, TX 77048
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,775 of 8,552
In Houston
#531 of 723
public schools
In district
#199 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Frost EL
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About Frost EL
Frost EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Frost EL serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Frost EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,775 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Frost EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Frost 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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Frost EL — Students at Frost EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
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: 5.5/10.
How Frost EL Compares
See how Frost 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
5002 ALMEDA GENOA RD, Houston, TX 77048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frost EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E A LAWHON EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Pearland), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALCOTT EL (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP ZENITH ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CODWELL EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| THOMAS MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| REVE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 2.2 |
| STERLING H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| LAW EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| BLOOM ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | 2.5 |
| E A LAWHON EL Pearland | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP ZENITH ACADEMY Houston | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| KIPP SPIRIT COLLEGE PREP Houston | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| KIPP SUNNYSIDE H S Houston | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| WOODSON SCHOOL Houston | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| MADING EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 3.4 |
| THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY Houston | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| PRO-VISION MIDDLE Houston | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ALCOTT EL Houston | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WORTHING H S Houston | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| GLENDA DAWSON H S Pearland | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BASTIAN EL Houston | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,625
Median Home Value
$190,900
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
20,430
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
32.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frost EL
What grades does Frost EL serve?
Frost EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Frost EL?
Frost EL has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frost EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Frost EL is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frost EL rank in TX?
Frost EL ranks #6,775 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Frost EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Frost EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Frost EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frost EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Frost EL a charter school?
No, Frost EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frost EL a Title I school?
No, Frost EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frost EL?
96.4% of students at Frost 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
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (713) 732-3490
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #199 of 272
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