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#1865 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 22% in state

H F Mcneill EL

Elementary School · LAMAR CISD

7300 S MASON RD, Richmond, TX 77407

Enrollment

920

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,865 of 8,552

In Richmond

#11 of 38

public schools

In district

#10 of 44

LAMAR CISD

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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H F Mcneill EL

7.8/10

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

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About H F Mcneill EL

H F Mcneill EL is a public elementary school in Richmond, TX, part of LAMAR CISD. H F Mcneill EL serves approximately 920 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. H F Mcneill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,865 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for H F Mcneill EL show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+28.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.7 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+19.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,664
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

H F Mcneill EL — Students at H F Mcneill EL score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 83.7% (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
95%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
72%
ELA
77%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How H F Mcneill EL Compares

See how H F Mcneill EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in TX
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

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

7300 S MASON RD, Richmond, TX 77407

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H F Mcneill EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROOSEVELT ALEXANDER EL (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. Another option is BONNIE HOLLAND EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES E WILLIAMS EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI HOUSE FOR CHILDREN Richmond 0.1 mi 7.3
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - KATY Katy 0.8 mi 7.6
SUE CREECH EL Katy 1.3 mi 8.6
ILTEXAS KATY WESTPARK H S Richmond 1.3 mi 6.7
DAVID CROCKETT MIDDLE Richmond 1.4 mi 6.4
RODGER & ELLEN BECK J H Katy 1.7 mi 8.8
JUAN SEGUIN EL Richmond 1.6 mi 6.3
ROOSEVELT ALEXANDER EL Katy 1.7 mi 9.1
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-KATY Katy 1.9 mi 8.1
GODDARD SCHOOL LONG MEADOW FARM Richmond 2.2 mi
JUDGE JAMES C ADOLPHUS EL Richmond 2.5 mi 7.9
JAMES PATTERSON EL Richmond 2.2 mi 8.1
JOELLA EXLEY EL Katy 2.6 mi 8.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT WATERSIDE ESTATES Richmond 2.7 mi
JAMES E WILLIAMS EL Katy 2.8 mi 8.7
OAKLAND EL Richmond 2.9 mi 7.8
GARLAND MCMEANS J H Katy 3.0 mi 9.0
BONNIE HOLLAND EL Katy 2.7 mi 9.0
SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Katy 3.1 mi
CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER Katy 3.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,595

Median Home Value

$353,800

Median Rent

$1,993/mo

Population

81,459

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

36.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

33.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H F Mcneill EL

What grades does H F Mcneill EL serve?

H F Mcneill EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend H F Mcneill EL?

H F Mcneill EL has an enrollment of approximately 920 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H F Mcneill EL?

The student-teacher ratio at H F Mcneill EL is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H F Mcneill EL rank in TX?

H F Mcneill EL ranks #1,865 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is H F Mcneill EL's MySchoolScout rating?

H F Mcneill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 H F Mcneill EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, H F Mcneill EL has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is H F Mcneill EL a charter school?

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

Is H F Mcneill EL a Title I school?

No, H F Mcneill EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H F Mcneill EL?

44.7% of students at H F Mcneill 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
920
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fort Bend County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

District

LAMAR CISD
District Enrollment
44,512
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,664
District Rank
#10 of 44

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