Below Average
#6903 of 8,552 schools in TX
Kashmere Gardens EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
4901 LOCKWOOD DR, Houston, TX 77026
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,903 of 8,552
In Houston
#548 of 723
public schools
In district
#209 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Kashmere Gardens EL
Kashmere Gardens EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Kashmere Gardens EL serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kashmere Gardens EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,903 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Kashmere Gardens EL show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Kashmere Gardens EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kashmere Gardens EL — Students at Kashmere Gardens EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
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: 3.8/10.
How Kashmere Gardens EL Compares
See how Kashmere Gardens 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
4901 LOCKWOOD DR, Houston, TX 77026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kashmere Gardens EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELIOT EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ATHERTON EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISAACS EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| FLEMING MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| KEY MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| KASHMERE H S Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| COOK JR EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| DOGAN EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ROSS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MCGOWEN EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| YES PREP - NORTHSIDE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHERTON EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ELIOT EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP Houston | 1.8 mi | — |
| SMALL STEPS NURTURING CENTER - JENSEN Houston | 1.8 mi | — |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RODERICK R PAIGE EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| SCROGGINS EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| WHEATLEY H S Houston | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,835
Median Home Value
$104,800
Median Rent
$962/mo
Population
20,536
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.2%
Median Age
36.5
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| CLEAR SPRING EL San Antonio, TX | 4.6 |
| COOK EL Austin, TX | 4.6 |
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| FAIRMEADOWS EL Duncanville, TX | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kashmere Gardens EL
What grades does Kashmere Gardens EL serve?
Kashmere Gardens EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kashmere Gardens EL?
Kashmere Gardens EL has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kashmere Gardens EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Kashmere Gardens EL is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kashmere Gardens EL rank in TX?
Kashmere Gardens EL ranks #6,903 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Kashmere Gardens EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Kashmere Gardens EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Kashmere Gardens EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kashmere Gardens EL has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kashmere Gardens EL a charter school?
No, Kashmere Gardens EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kashmere Gardens EL a Title I school?
No, Kashmere Gardens EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kashmere Gardens EL?
98.8% of students at Kashmere Gardens 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
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (713) 671-4160
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #209 of 272
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