Needs Improvement
#8248 of 8,552 schools in TX
Henderson N EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
701 SOLO ST, Houston, TX 77020
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,248 of 8,552
In Houston
#692 of 723
public schools
In district
#263 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Henderson N EL
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About Henderson N EL
Henderson N EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Henderson N EL serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Henderson N EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,248 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Henderson N EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Henderson N EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at Henderson N 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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Henderson N EL — Students at Henderson N EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.3%
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: 1.7/10.
How Henderson N EL Compares
See how Henderson N EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
701 SOLO ST, Houston, TX 77020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Henderson N EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELIOT EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTINEZ R EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUGH EL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHEATLEY H S Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MCREYNOLDS MIDDLE Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ATHERTON EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PUGH EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DOGAN EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| ELIOT EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| BRUCE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| SECONDARY DAEP Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BURNET EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| FLEMING MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MARTINEZ R EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,481
Median Home Value
$133,600
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
25,583
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLOOMINGTON EL Bloomington, TX | 3.1 |
| CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas, TX | 3.1 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi, TX | 3.1 |
| JUAN N SEGUIN EL Eagle Pass, TX | 3.1 |
| MARTINEZ C EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| NORMAN-SIMS EL Austin, TX | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Henderson N EL
What grades does Henderson N EL serve?
Henderson N EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Henderson N EL?
Henderson N EL has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Henderson N EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Henderson N EL is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Henderson N EL rank in TX?
Henderson N EL ranks #8,248 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Henderson N EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Henderson N EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Henderson N EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Henderson N EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Henderson N EL a charter school?
No, Henderson N EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Henderson N EL a Title I school?
No, Henderson N EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henderson N EL?
94.3% of students at Henderson N 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
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (713) 671-4195
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #263 of 272
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