Very Good
#1645 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 19% in state
James C Neill EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
3830 HARVEST CORNER DR, Richmond, TX 77406
Enrollment
1,138
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,138
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,645 of 8,552
In Richmond
#8 of 38
public schools
In district
#17 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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James C Neill EL
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About James C Neill EL
James C Neill EL is a public elementary school in Richmond, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. James C Neill EL serves approximately 1,138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James C Neill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,645 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for James C Neill EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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James C Neill EL — Students at James C Neill EL score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How James C Neill EL Compares
See how James C Neill 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
3830 HARVEST CORNER DR, Richmond, TX 77406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James C Neill EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST SUGARLAND (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores notably higher. Another option is MALALA YOUSAFZAI (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CAROLYN AND VERNON MADDEN EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM B TRAVIS H S Richmond | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT WATERSIDE ESTATES Richmond | 1.0 mi | — |
| OAKLAND EL Richmond | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MALALA YOUSAFZAI Richmond | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| PECAN GROVE EL Richmond | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| JAMES BOWIE MIDDLE Richmond | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| FROST EL Richmond | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CAROLYN AND VERNON MADDEN EL Richmond | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL LONG MEADOW FARM Richmond | 1.9 mi | — |
| JUDGE JAMES C ADOLPHUS EL Richmond | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| DAVID CROCKETT MIDDLE Richmond | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ILTEXAS KATY WESTPARK H S Richmond | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL Richmond | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMES PATTERSON EL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MACARIO GARCIA MIDDLE Sugar Land | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| JUAN SEGUIN EL Richmond | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN H S Sugar Land | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| SST SUGARLAND San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 9.3 |
| OYSTER CREEK EL Sugar Land | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| H F MCNEILL EL Richmond | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,023
Median Home Value
$383,400
Median Rent
$1,986/mo
Population
65,716
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
87.3%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James C Neill EL
What grades does James C Neill EL serve?
James C Neill EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James C Neill EL?
James C Neill EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James C Neill EL?
The student-teacher ratio at James C Neill EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James C Neill EL rank in TX?
James C Neill EL ranks #1,645 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is James C Neill EL's MySchoolScout rating?
James C Neill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 James C Neill EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James C Neill EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is James C Neill EL a charter school?
No, James C Neill EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James C Neill EL a Title I school?
No, James C Neill EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James C Neill EL?
36.5% of students at James C Neill 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
- 1,138
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (281) 327-3760
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #17 of 78
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