Below Average
#7454 of 8,552 schools in TX
Garden Villas EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
7185 SANTA FE, Houston, TX 77061
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,454 of 8,552
In Houston
#608 of 723
public schools
In district
#232 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Garden Villas EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garden Villas EL
Garden Villas EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Garden Villas EL serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Villas EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,454 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Villas EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Garden Villas EL — Students at Garden Villas EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
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: 2.9/10.
How Garden Villas EL Compares
See how Garden Villas 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
7185 SANTA FE, Houston, TX 77061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Villas EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALCOTT EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY Houston | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED LEARNING Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| HARTMAN MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| GREGG EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ORTIZ MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SEGUIN EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CORNELIUS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LEWIS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BELLFORT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MADING EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| ALCOTT EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| GOLFCREST EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| STERLING H S Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| KELSO EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| THOMAS MIDDLE Houston | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| GENESIS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BROOKLINE EL Houston | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| JONES FUTURES ACADEMY Houston | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CRESPO EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,520
Median Home Value
$215,200
Median Rent
$973/mo
Population
24,238
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUSTIN DISCOVERY SCH Austin, TX | 4.1 |
| BARRON EL El Paso, TX | 4.1 |
| BRIDGEPORT INT Bridgeport, TX | 4.1 |
| BROOKHOLLOW EL Lufkin, TX | 4.1 |
| BROWN EL Lubbock, TX | 4.1 |
| BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Villas EL
What grades does Garden Villas EL serve?
Garden Villas EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garden Villas EL?
Garden Villas EL has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Villas EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Villas EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Villas EL rank in TX?
Garden Villas EL ranks #7,454 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garden Villas EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Villas EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Garden Villas EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Villas EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Villas EL a charter school?
No, Garden Villas EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Villas EL a Title I school?
No, Garden Villas EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Villas EL?
90.0% of students at Garden Villas 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
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (713) 845-7484
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #232 of 272
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