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Houston EL
Elementary School · LANCASTER ISD
2929 MARQUIS ST, Lancaster, TX 75134
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,682 of 8,552
In Lancaster
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
LANCASTER ISD
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Houston EL
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Pre-K – 5th. 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 Lancaster, TX, part of LANCASTER ISD. Houston EL serves approximately 708 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,682 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Houston EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Houston EL — Students at Houston EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
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: 6.8/10.
How Houston EL Compares
See how Houston 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
2929 MARQUIS ST, Lancaster, TX 75134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN WEISS EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELT LINE EL (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER EL Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 2.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| MARTIN WEISS EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| G W CARVER 6TH GRADE STEM LEARNING CENTER Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - GRANT EAST Dallas | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| LANCASTER H S Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| UMPHREY LEE EL Dallas | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PLEASANT RUN EL Lancaster | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| UPLIFT WISDOM SECONDARY Dallas | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WISDOM H S Dallas | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,134
Median Home Value
$216,600
Median Rent
$1,762/mo
Population
18,305
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACHZIGER EL Mesquite, TX | 5.5 |
| AIRPORT EL Weslaco, TX | 5.5 |
| AUSTIN EL Abilene, TX | 5.5 |
| BAILEY EL Pasadena, TX | 5.5 |
| BENBROOK EL Houston, TX | 5.5 |
| BONHAM EL Harlingen, TX | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston EL
What grades does Houston EL serve?
Houston EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Houston EL?
Houston EL has an enrollment of approximately 708 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston EL is 17.7:1. 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 #5,682 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Houston EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Houston EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% 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?
91.7% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 708
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (972) 218-1512
Resources & Links
District
LANCASTER ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,014
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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