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John Winship EL

Elementary School · SPRING ISD

2175 SPRING CREEK DR, Spring, TX 77373

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,994 of 8,552

In Spring

#12 of 26

public schools

In district

#8 of 41

SPRING ISD

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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John Winship EL

6.6/10

Elementary School in Spring · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John Winship EL

John Winship EL is a public elementary school in Spring, TX, part of SPRING ISD. John Winship EL serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John Winship EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,994 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for John Winship EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,710
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

John Winship EL — Students at John Winship EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (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
91%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
31.6%
ELA
46.9%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
52%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How John Winship EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in TX
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

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

2175 SPRING CREEK DR, Spring, TX 77373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Winship EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROADWAY EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GINGER MCNABB EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spring, see our Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
FOUNDERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring 0.4 mi 8.1
LEGACY SCHOOL OF SPORT SCIENCES Spring 0.5 mi 4.0
TWIN CREEKS MIDDLE Spring 0.6 mi 4.4
SALYERS EL Spring 0.9 mi 1.9
SMITH EL Spring 1.3 mi 4.1
PEARL M HIRSCH EL Spring 1.4 mi 5.4
GINGER MCNABB EL Spring 1.5 mi 7.5
GLORIA MARSHALL EL Spring 1.5 mi 3.9
CARL WUNSCHE SR H S Spring 1.6 mi 8.3
SPRING BAPTIST ACADEMY Spring 1.7 mi 7.4
BROADWAY EL Spring 2.0 mi 7.9
SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL Huntsville 2.0 mi 7.8
SPRING H S Spring 2.0 mi 3.0
RICKEY C BAILEY MIDDLE Spring 2.2 mi 2.9
CHET BURCHETT EL Spring 2.3 mi 4.3
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spring 2.3 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF HARMONY Spring 2.6 mi
SPRINGWOODS VILLAGE MIDDLE Houston 2.8 mi 7.9
COX INT Spring 2.9 mi 7.8
NORTHGATE EL Houston 2.9 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,693

Median Home Value

$221,400

Median Rent

$1,649/mo

Population

68,273

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Winship EL

What grades does John Winship EL serve?

John Winship EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John Winship EL?

John Winship EL has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Winship EL?

The student-teacher ratio at John Winship EL is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Winship EL rank in TX?

John Winship EL ranks #3,994 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is John Winship EL's MySchoolScout rating?

John Winship EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 John Winship EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Winship EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is John Winship EL a charter school?

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

Is John Winship EL a Title I school?

No, John Winship EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

74.2% of students at John Winship 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

SPRING ISD
District Enrollment
33,935
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,710
District Rank
#8 of 41

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