Below Average
#7271 of 8,552 schools in TX
H T Jones EL
Elementary School · WALLER ISD
P O BOX 248, Prairie View, TX 77446
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,271 of 8,552
In district
#7 of 8
WALLER ISD
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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H T Jones EL
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About H T Jones EL
H T Jones EL is a public elementary school in Prairie View, TX, part of WALLER ISD. H T Jones EL serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. H T Jones EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,271 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for H T Jones EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
H T Jones EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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H T Jones EL — Students at H T Jones EL score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
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: 2.5/10.
How H T Jones EL Compares
See how H T Jones EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 248, Prairie View, TX 77446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H T Jones EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SWENKE EL (rated 8.3/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Cypress), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEITH EL (rated 7.9/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Cypress), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Hempstead), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prairie View, see our Prairie View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALLER J J A E P Waller | 3.5 mi | — |
| WALLER J H Waller | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| WALLER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waller | 3.6 mi | — |
| SCHULTZ J H Waller | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| WALLER H S Waller | 3.9 mi | 4.6 |
| I T HOLLEMAN EL Waller | 4.5 mi | 4.8 |
| FIELDS STORE EL Waller | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hempstead | 5.7 mi | 6.6 |
| HEMPSTEAD H S Hempstead | 5.9 mi | 4.3 |
| HEMPSTEAD MIDDLE Hempstead | 5.9 mi | 3.7 |
| HEMPSTEAD EL Hempstead | 6.2 mi | 2.2 |
| SAFE HAVEN Hempstead | 8.6 mi | — |
| EVELYN TURLINGTON EL Hockley | 8.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ROBERTS ROAD EL Hockley | 10.7 mi | 4.4 |
| J L LYON EL Magnolia | 13.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SWENKE EL Cypress | 14.2 mi | 8.3 |
| SALYARDS MIDDLE Houston | 14.4 mi | 7.9 |
| NICHOLS SAWMILL EL Magnolia | 14.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ROSEHILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tomball | 14.7 mi | 7.3 |
| KEITH EL Cypress | 15.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,262
Median Home Value
$284,000
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
6,060
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
16.2%
Poverty Rate
44.8%
Median Age
20.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H T Jones EL
What grades does H T Jones EL serve?
H T Jones EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend H T Jones EL?
H T Jones EL has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H T Jones EL?
The student-teacher ratio at H T Jones EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H T Jones EL rank in TX?
H T Jones EL ranks #7,271 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is H T Jones EL's MySchoolScout rating?
H T Jones EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 T Jones EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H T Jones EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is H T Jones EL a charter school?
No, H T Jones EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H T Jones EL a Title I school?
No, H T Jones EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H T Jones EL?
83.0% of students at H T Jones 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
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Waller County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (936) 931-0395
Resources & Links
District
WALLER ISD- District Enrollment
- 9,283
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,713
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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