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Harvey S Brown EL

Elementary School · CHANNELVIEW ISD

16550 WALLISVILLE RD, Houston, TX 77049

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

625

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,513 of 8,552

In Houston

#292 of 723

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

CHANNELVIEW ISD

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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6.2/10

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

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About Harvey S Brown EL

Harvey S Brown EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of CHANNELVIEW ISD. Harvey S Brown EL serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvey S Brown EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,513 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Harvey S Brown EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,441
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

Harvey S Brown EL — Students at Harvey S Brown EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (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
86%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
39.4%
ELA
50.1%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Harvey S Brown EL Compares

See how Harvey S Brown EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in TX
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

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

16550 WALLISVILLE RD, Houston, TX 77049

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harvey S Brown EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH SHORE EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is B H HAMBLEN EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Channelview), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MCGHEE EL (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Channelview), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ALICE JOHNSON J H Channelview 1.2 mi 3.7
MCMULLAN EL Channelview 1.4 mi 5.2
AGUIRRE J H Houston 1.3 mi 5.6
MCGHEE EL Channelview 1.5 mi 6.3
B H HAMBLEN EL Channelview 1.6 mi 6.6
CRENSHAW EL Channelview 1.5 mi 4.4
CHANNELVIEW H S Channelview 1.7 mi 4.8
ENDEAVOR HS-JOE FRANK CAMPBELL LEARNING CENTER Channelview 1.8 mi 4.2
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Channelview 1.8 mi 3.3
DE ZAVALA EL Channelview 1.9 mi 5.1
JAMES B HAVARD EL Houston 2.3 mi 5.9
NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH Houston 2.3 mi 6.6
SAM HOUSTON EL Houston 2.6 mi 6.2
NORTH SHORE MIDDLE Houston 2.5 mi 7.5
NORTH SHORE EL Houston 2.6 mi 7.0
DR SHIRLEY J WILLIAMSON EL Houston 2.5 mi 5.5
COBB 6TH GRADE CAMPUS Houston 2.7 mi 6.6
SHELDON EL Houston 3.2 mi 5.8
GALENA PARK ISD CAREER & TECHNICAL ECHS Houston 2.8 mi 5.8
SHELDON EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Houston 3.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,514

Median Home Value

$207,900

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

40,373

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

68%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

29.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harvey S Brown EL

What grades does Harvey S Brown EL serve?

Harvey S Brown EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harvey S Brown EL?

Harvey S Brown EL has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvey S Brown EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Harvey S Brown 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 Harvey S Brown EL rank in TX?

Harvey S Brown EL ranks #4,513 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Harvey S Brown EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Harvey S Brown EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Harvey S Brown EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvey S Brown EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Harvey S Brown EL a charter school?

No, Harvey S Brown EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harvey S Brown EL a Title I school?

No, Harvey S Brown EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harvey S Brown EL?

79.2% of students at Harvey S Brown 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

CHANNELVIEW ISD
District Enrollment
9,434
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,441
District Rank
#3 of 11

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