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#2434 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 28% in state

Ginger Mcnabb EL

Elementary School · SPRING ISD

743 E CYPRESSWOOD DR, Spring, TX 77373

Enrollment

698

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,434 of 8,552

In Spring

#9 of 26

public schools

In district

#7 of 41

SPRING ISD

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ginger Mcnabb EL

7.5/10

Elementary School in Spring · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ginger Mcnabb EL

Ginger Mcnabb EL is a public elementary school in Spring, TX, part of SPRING ISD. Ginger Mcnabb EL serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ginger Mcnabb EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,434 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ginger Mcnabb EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Ginger Mcnabb 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,710
Chronic Absenteeism31.9%

Ginger Mcnabb EL — Students at Ginger Mcnabb EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
44.3%
ELA
55.9%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
49%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Ginger Mcnabb EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in TX
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

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

743 E CYPRESSWOOD DR, Spring, TX 77373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ginger Mcnabb EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST SPRING (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HAUDE EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Klein), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spring, see our Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SPRING H S Spring 0.5 mi 3.0
SALYERS EL Spring 1.1 mi 1.9
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spring 1.0 mi
SPRING BAPTIST ACADEMY Spring 1.4 mi 7.4
FOUNDERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring 1.3 mi 8.1
LEMM EL Klein 1.4 mi 6.1
CARL WUNSCHE SR H S Spring 1.6 mi 8.3
JOHN WINSHIP EL Spring 1.5 mi 6.6
TWIN CREEKS MIDDLE Spring 1.5 mi 4.4
SST SPRING San Antonio 1.6 mi 7.9
PEARL M HIRSCH EL Spring 1.8 mi 5.4
EVOLUTION ACADEMY HOUSTON Richardson 2.0 mi 4.8
LEGACY SCHOOL OF SPORT SCIENCES Spring 2.1 mi 4.0
CAROLEE BOOKER EL Houston 2.6 mi 5.2
HAUDE EL Klein 2.3 mi 7.4
ANDY DEKANEY H S Houston 2.7 mi 2.7
SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL Huntsville 2.4 mi 7.8
ST EDWARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spring 2.7 mi 6.6
LEWIS MIDDLE Houston 2.9 mi 2.0
BAMMEL EL Houston 2.9 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,693

Median Home Value

$221,400

Median Rent

$1,649/mo

Population

68,273

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ginger Mcnabb EL

What grades does Ginger Mcnabb EL serve?

Ginger Mcnabb EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ginger Mcnabb EL?

Ginger Mcnabb EL has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ginger Mcnabb EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Ginger Mcnabb EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ginger Mcnabb EL rank in TX?

Ginger Mcnabb EL ranks #2,434 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ginger Mcnabb EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Ginger Mcnabb EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Ginger Mcnabb EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ginger Mcnabb EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ginger Mcnabb EL a charter school?

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

Is Ginger Mcnabb EL a Title I school?

No, Ginger Mcnabb EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

89.4% of students at Ginger Mcnabb 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

District

SPRING ISD
District Enrollment
33,935
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,710
District Rank
#7 of 41

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