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#6890 of 8,552 schools in TX

Green Valley EL

Elementary School · GALENA PARK ISD

13350 WOODFOREST BLVD, Houston, TX 77015

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,890 of 8,552

In Houston

#543 of 723

public schools

In district

#23 of 23

GALENA PARK ISD

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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4.6/10

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

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About Green Valley EL

Green Valley EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of GALENA PARK ISD. Green Valley EL serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Valley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Green Valley EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,655
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Green Valley EL — Students at Green Valley EL score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (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
84%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
21.1%
ELA
35.5%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
36%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Green Valley EL Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in TX
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

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

13350 WOODFOREST BLVD, Houston, TX 77015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green Valley EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOODLAND ACRES EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CIMARRON EL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH SHORE EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CREATIVE CORNER Houston 0.4 mi
HOLY TRINITY UMC DAY SCHOOL/DAYCARE Houston 0.7 mi
CIMARRON EL Houston 0.7 mi 7.0
CUNNINGHAM MIDDLE Houston 1.0 mi 6.7
TICE EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.4
NORTH SHORE MIDDLE Houston 1.2 mi 7.5
GALENA PARK ISD CAREER & TECHNICAL ECHS Houston 1.4 mi 5.8
CLOVERLEAF EL Houston 1.4 mi 4.9
NORTH SHORE EL Houston 1.3 mi 7.0
NORMANDY CROSSING EL Houston 1.3 mi 5.9
JAMES B HAVARD EL Houston 1.4 mi 5.9
ROBINSON EL Houston 1.4 mi 5.8
THE RHODES SCHOOL - NORTHSHORE CAMPUS Houston 1.5 mi 7.0
NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH Houston 1.7 mi 6.6
PURPLE SAGE EL Houston 1.9 mi 6.6
WOODLAND ACRES EL Houston 1.9 mi 8.0
SAM HOUSTON EL Houston 1.8 mi 6.2
WOODLAND ACRES MIDDLE Houston 2.0 mi 7.4
COBB 6TH GRADE CAMPUS Houston 2.1 mi 6.6
IDEA LAKE HOUSTON COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston 2.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,324

Median Home Value

$164,700

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

58,822

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

29.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green Valley EL

What grades does Green Valley EL serve?

Green Valley EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Green Valley EL?

Green Valley EL has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Valley EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Green Valley EL is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Green Valley EL rank in TX?

Green Valley EL ranks #6,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Green Valley EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Green Valley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Green Valley EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Valley EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Green Valley EL a charter school?

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

Is Green Valley EL a Title I school?

No, Green Valley EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

93.7% of students at Green Valley 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
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

GALENA PARK ISD
District Enrollment
21,105
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,655
District Rank
#23 of 23

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