Below Average
#7309 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hancock EL
Elementary School · CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
13801 SCHROEDER RD, Houston, TX 77070
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,309 of 8,552
In Houston
#593 of 723
public schools
In district
#80 of 88
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
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Hancock EL
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About Hancock EL
Hancock EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD. Hancock EL serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hancock EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,309 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hancock EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Hancock 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
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Hancock EL — Students at Hancock EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.1%
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: 3.5/10.
How Hancock EL Compares
See how Hancock 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
13801 SCHROEDER RD, Houston, TX 77070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hancock EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRILL EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANCONE EL (rated 6.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CYPRESS CREEK H S Houston | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| THE BANFF SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MATZKE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS Katy | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BLEYL MIDDLE Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| BRILL EL Klein | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ISCHOOL HIGH AT UNIVERSITY PARK Lewisville | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| HOUSTON PEACE ACADEMY Spring | 2.2 mi | — |
| KRAHN EL Klein | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| YEAGER EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| MOORE EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KLEIN CAIN H S Klein | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| KARDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Spring | 2.7 mi | — |
| ULRICH INT Klein | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| HOUSTON ADVENTIST ACADMEY Cypress | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| CAMPBELL MIDDLE Houston | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CY FAIR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 3.1 mi | — |
| FRANCONE EL Houston | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,440
Median Home Value
$264,300
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
57,645
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ANSON JONES EL Dallas, TX | 4.2 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston, TX | 4.2 |
| BOBBY JOE HILL PK-8 El Paso, TX | 4.2 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth, TX | 4.2 |
| COMFORT EL Comfort, TX | 4.2 |
| COPPERFIELD EL Converse, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hancock EL
What grades does Hancock EL serve?
Hancock EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hancock EL?
Hancock EL has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hancock EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Hancock EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hancock EL rank in TX?
Hancock EL ranks #7,309 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hancock EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Hancock EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Hancock EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hancock EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hancock EL a charter school?
No, Hancock EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hancock EL a Title I school?
No, Hancock EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hancock EL?
82.1% of students at Hancock 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
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (281) 897-4523
Resources & Links
District
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD- District Enrollment
- 118,470
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,693
- District Rank
- #80 of 88
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