Excellent
#1353 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 16% in state
James Patterson EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
18702 BEECHNUT ST, Richmond, TX 77407
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,353 of 8,552
In Richmond
#4 of 38
public schools
In district
#12 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About James Patterson EL
James Patterson EL is a public elementary school in Richmond, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. James Patterson EL serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. James Patterson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,353 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for James Patterson EL show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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James Patterson EL — Students at James Patterson EL score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
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: 9.7/10.
How James Patterson EL Compares
See how James Patterson 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
18702 BEECHNUT ST, Richmond, TX 77407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Patterson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST SUGARLAND (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAROLYN AND VERNON MADDEN EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MALALA YOUSAFZAI (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUAN SEGUIN EL Richmond | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| DAVID CROCKETT MIDDLE Richmond | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Richmond | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ILTEXAS KATY WESTPARK H S Richmond | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MISSION WEST EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| GEORGE BUSH H S Richmond | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| WILLIAM B TRAVIS H S Richmond | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| CAROLYN AND VERNON MADDEN EL Richmond | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| HODGES BEND MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SST SUGARLAND San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE FOR CHILDREN Richmond | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| H F MCNEILL EL Richmond | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT WATERSIDE ESTATES Richmond | 2.4 mi | — |
| JAMES C NEILL EL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| OAKLAND EL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MALALA YOUSAFZAI Richmond | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL LONG MEADOW FARM Richmond | 2.7 mi | — |
| REES EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| JUDGE JAMES C ADOLPHUS EL Richmond | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,595
Median Home Value
$353,800
Median Rent
$1,993/mo
Population
81,459
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Patterson EL
What grades does James Patterson EL serve?
James Patterson EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James Patterson EL?
James Patterson EL has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Patterson EL?
The student-teacher ratio at James Patterson EL is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Patterson EL rank in TX?
James Patterson EL ranks #1,353 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is James Patterson EL's MySchoolScout rating?
James Patterson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Patterson EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Patterson EL has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is James Patterson EL a charter school?
No, James Patterson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Patterson EL a Title I school?
No, James Patterson EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Patterson EL?
71.0% of students at James Patterson 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
- 735
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.9%
- Phone
- (281) 327-4260
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #12 of 78
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