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Henderson J EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

1800 DISMUKE, Houston, TX 77023

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,564 of 8,552

In Houston

#297 of 723

public schools

In district

#110 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Henderson J EL

6.2/10

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

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About Henderson J EL

Henderson J EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Henderson J EL serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Henderson J EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,564 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Henderson J EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Henderson J EL — Students at Henderson J EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (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
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
50.8%
2024
Math
58%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Henderson J EL Compares

See how Henderson J EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in TX
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

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

1800 DISMUKE, Houston, TX 77023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henderson J EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIJERINA EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAGE EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP EXPLORE ACADEMY Houston 0.3 mi 6.0
KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY Houston 0.3 mi 5.6
KIPP EAST END H S Houston 0.3 mi 5.9
CARRILLO EL Houston 0.7 mi 6.4
COMMUNITY SERVICES-SEC Houston 0.8 mi 2.5
GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston 0.8 mi 4.7
NAVARRO MIDDLE Houston 0.9 mi 3.5
AUSTIN H S Houston 0.9 mi 3.4
EASTWOOD ACADEMY Houston 1.0 mi 8.9
CAGE EL Houston 1.1 mi 7.5
PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE Houston 1.1 mi 9.2
TIJERINA EL Houston 1.4 mi 8.2
PECK EL Houston 1.4 mi 5.2
LANTRIP EL Houston 1.5 mi 6.6
BURNET EL Houston 1.6 mi 5.4
LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston 1.6 mi 4.7
BRISCOE EL Houston 1.4 mi 6.5
BROOKLINE EL Houston 1.8 mi 8.9
KIPP LIBERATION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston 1.7 mi 5.7
KIPP PEACE EL Houston 1.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,018

Median Home Value

$279,300

Median Rent

$1,079/mo

Population

24,962

College Educated

24.1%

Homeownership

44.4%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henderson J EL

What grades does Henderson J EL serve?

Henderson J EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Henderson J EL?

Henderson J EL has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henderson J EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Henderson J EL is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henderson J EL rank in TX?

Henderson J EL ranks #4,564 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Henderson J EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Henderson J 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 Henderson J EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henderson J EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Henderson J EL a charter school?

No, Henderson J EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Henderson J EL a Title I school?

No, Henderson J EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henderson J EL?

98.1% of students at Henderson J 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#110 of 272

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