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Holmquist EL

Elementary School · ALIEF ISD

P O BOX 68, Alief, TX 77411

Enrollment

764

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,355 of 8,552

In district

#9 of 42

ALIEF ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Holmquist EL

6.3/10

Elementary School in Alief · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Holmquist EL

Holmquist EL is a public elementary school in Alief, TX, part of ALIEF ISD. Holmquist EL serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holmquist EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,355 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Holmquist EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,388
Chronic Absenteeism27.6%

Holmquist EL — Students at Holmquist EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (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
84%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
39.5%
ELA
54.5%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
43%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Holmquist EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

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

P O BOX 68, Alief, TX 77411

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holmquist EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOUSTON CLASSICAL (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Another option is ILTEXAS WESTPARK EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MISSION WEST EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alief, see our Alief schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MILLER INT Houston 0.2 mi 6.8
HOUSTON CLASSICAL Houston 0.7 mi 9.0
ALBRIGHT MIDDLE Houston 0.7 mi 6.9
PETROSKY EL Houston 1.0 mi 6.6
CLOUD OF LIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 0.9 mi
D.A.V. MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 1.0 mi 4.8
SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 1.2 mi
ILTEXAS WESTPARK EL Houston 1.2 mi 8.4
ILTEXAS WESTPARK MIDDLE Houston 1.2 mi 7.2
REES EL Houston 1.1 mi 6.5
O'DONNELL MIDDLE Houston 1.6 mi 6.7
HEARNE EL Houston 1.7 mi 5.2
DEDRE' & ELLA JEFFERSON EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston 1.8 mi
GEORGE BUSH H S Richmond 1.9 mi 5.1
KIPP UNITY PRI Houston 2.3 mi 7.6
TAYLOR H S Houston 2.2 mi 4.3
VAN HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston 2.1 mi 4.7
KERR H S Houston 2.3 mi 7.8
KING'S ACADEMY Houston 2.4 mi 8.2
MISSION WEST EL Houston 2.4 mi 7.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holmquist EL

What grades does Holmquist EL serve?

Holmquist EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Holmquist EL?

Holmquist EL has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holmquist EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Holmquist 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 Holmquist EL rank in TX?

Holmquist EL ranks #4,355 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Holmquist EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Holmquist EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Holmquist EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holmquist EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Holmquist EL a charter school?

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

Is Holmquist EL a Title I school?

No, Holmquist EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

90.2% of students at Holmquist 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

District

ALIEF ISD
District Enrollment
39,474
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,388
District Rank
#9 of 42

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