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Houston EL

Elementary School · CONROE ISD

1000 N THOMPSON, Conroe, TX 77301

Enrollment

596

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,782 of 8,552

In Conroe

#21 of 31

public schools

In district

#51 of 61

CONROE ISD

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Houston EL

5.4/10

Elementary School in Conroe · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Houston EL

Houston EL is a public elementary school in Conroe, TX, part of CONROE ISD. Houston EL serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,782 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Houston EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,349
Chronic Absenteeism18.3%

Houston EL — Students at Houston EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (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
83%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32.4%
ELA
39.3%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
40%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Houston EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in TX
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

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

1000 N THOMPSON, Conroe, TX 77301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Houston EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REAVES EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANDERSON EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Conroe, see our Conroe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
TRAVIS INT Conroe 0.1 mi 6.2
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Conroe 0.7 mi 6.6
BOOKER T WASHINGTON H S Conroe 1.1 mi 5.3
PROJECT RESTORE Magnolia 1.1 mi
MONTGOMERY CO J J A E P Conroe 1.1 mi
ANDERSON EL Conroe 1.0 mi 6.6
JJAEP Conroe 1.2 mi
JUVENILE DETENTION CTR Conroe 1.2 mi
JUVENILE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM Conroe 1.2 mi
ARMSTRONG EL Conroe 1.5 mi 5.1
CONROE H S Conroe 1.6 mi 5.5
RICE EL Conroe 2.0 mi 5.3
RUNYAN EL Conroe 1.9 mi 6.5
REAVES EL Conroe 1.9 mi 8.0
PRIMROSE OF CONROE Conroe 2.2 mi 5.0
CRYAR INTERMEDIATE Conroe 2.3 mi 6.7
BOZMAN INT Conroe 2.3 mi 6.5
PATTERSON EL Conroe 2.4 mi 3.2
GIESINGER EL Conroe 2.5 mi 6.5
DONALD J STOCKTON JH Conroe 2.5 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,885

Median Home Value

$193,500

Median Rent

$1,229/mo

Population

36,835

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

56.3%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

31.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Houston EL

What grades does Houston EL serve?

Houston EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Houston EL?

Houston EL has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Houston EL is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Houston EL rank in TX?

Houston EL ranks #5,782 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Houston EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Houston EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Houston EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Houston EL a charter school?

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

Is Houston EL a Title I school?

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

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

95.1% of students at Houston 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
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

District

CONROE ISD
District Enrollment
72,352
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,349
District Rank
#51 of 61

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