Excellent
#1424 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 17% in state
Heights EL
Elementary School · TEXAS CITY ISD
300 N LOGAN ST, Texas City, TX 77590
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,424 of 8,552
In Texas City
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 13
TEXAS CITY ISD
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Heights EL
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About Heights EL
Heights EL is a public elementary school in Texas City, TX, part of TEXAS CITY ISD. Heights EL serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Heights EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,424 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Heights EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Heights EL — Students at Heights EL score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
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: 7.2/10.
How Heights EL Compares
See how Heights 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
300 N LOGAN ST, Texas City, TX 77590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heights EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is HAYLEY EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby La Marque), a more accessible option. Additionally, MANUEL GUAJARDO JR EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Texas City, see our Texas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLOCKER MIDDLE Texas City | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CALVIN VINCENT PRE-K HEAD START Texas City | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| KOHFELDT EL Texas City | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| TEXAS CITY H S Texas City | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Texas City | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MANUEL GUAJARDO JR EL Texas City | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 1.9 mi | — |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| FRY INT Texas City | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| HAYLEY EL La Marque | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SIMMS EL Texas City | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| GALVESTON CO JJAEP League City | 4.1 mi | — |
| TRANSFORMING LIVES COOPERATIVE (TLC) Dickinson | 4.1 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO DETENTION CTR Dickinson | 4.1 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Dickinson | 4.1 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Galveston | 4.1 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Santa Fe | 4.1 mi | — |
| TEXAS CITY J J A E P Texas City | 4.1 mi | — |
| GILES MIDDLE Texas City | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,274
Median Home Value
$168,400
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
33,145
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heights EL
What grades does Heights EL serve?
Heights EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Heights EL?
Heights EL has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heights EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Heights EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heights EL rank in TX?
Heights EL ranks #1,424 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Heights EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Heights EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Heights EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heights EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Heights EL a charter school?
No, Heights EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heights EL a Title I school?
No, Heights EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heights EL?
94.9% of students at Heights 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (409) 916-0500
Resources & Links
District
TEXAS CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,874
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,461
- District Rank
- #1 of 13
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