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#877 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 10% in state

Hunters Creek EL

Elementary School · SPRING BRANCH ISD

10650 BEINHORN, Houston, TX 77024

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

611

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Houston

#18 of 723

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#471 of 4,678

In district

#8 of 45

SPRING BRANCH ISD

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Hunters Creek EL

Hunters Creek EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of the SPRING BRANCH ISD. The school serves approximately 611 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.8th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 74% proficiency in math and 66% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $142,039, where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76%
Reading/ELA Proficiency66%
Overall Proficiency71%
Expected (poverty-adj.)60%
vs. Expected+10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.1Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,199

Hunters Creek EL — Students at Hunters Creek EL score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 73.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
76%
ELA
66%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Hunters Creek EL Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
90th percentile in TX
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
9.4/10
Above average
Environment
3.1/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

Location

10650 BEINHORN, Houston, TX 77024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hunters Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEMORIAL DRIVE EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE REGIS SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SPRING BRANCH EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Houston 0.7 mi 7.8
MEMORIAL DRIVE EL Houston 1.0 mi 8.6
VALLEY OAKS EL Houston 1.2 mi 7.4
SCHOOL OF THE WOODS Houston 1.3 mi 5.3
SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE Houston 1.2 mi 7.3
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi 6.6
THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL Houston 1.3 mi 5.3
SECOND BAPTIST SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi 5.9
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston 1.4 mi 8.2
MEMORIAL H S Houston 1.5 mi 8.3
THE REGIS SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Houston 1.7 mi 8.3
ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston 1.9 mi 5.7
SPRING BRANCH EL Houston 1.9 mi 8.3
BRIARGROVE EL Houston 2.0 mi 5.0
THE KINKAID SCHOOL - HEAD OF SCHOOL OFFICE Houston 2.2 mi 6.4
T H ROGERS SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 7.0
RIDGECREST EL Houston 2.2 mi 7.2
ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 2.0 mi 6.9
TREASURE FOREST EL Houston 2.2 mi 7.3
CEDAR BROOK EL Houston 2.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,039

Median Home Value

$1,164,400

Median Rent

$1,796/mo

Population

37,647

College Educated

76.3%

Homeownership

62.1%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

43.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Hunters Creek EL has a median household income of $142,039. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,164,400, with a median rent of $1,796/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hunters Creek EL

What grades does Hunters Creek EL serve?

Hunters Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hunters Creek EL?

Hunters Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hunters Creek EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Hunters Creek EL is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hunters Creek EL rank in TX?

Hunters Creek EL is ranked #877 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Hunters Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Hunters Creek EL has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hunters Creek EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hunters Creek EL has 73.5% math proficiency and 66.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Hunters Creek EL a charter school?

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

Is Hunters Creek EL a Title I school?

No, Hunters Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

18.5% of students at Hunters Creek 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,451/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

SPRING BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
33,407
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,599
District Rank
#8 of 45

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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