Below Average
#6663 of 8,552 schools in TX
Kelso EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
5800 SOUTHMUND ST, Houston, TX 77033
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,663 of 8,552
In Houston
#522 of 723
public schools
In district
#196 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Kelso EL
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About Kelso EL
Kelso EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Kelso EL serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelso EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,663 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Kelso EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Kelso 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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Kelso EL — Students at Kelso EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
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: 5.0/10.
How Kelso EL Compares
See how Kelso 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
5800 SOUTHMUND ST, Houston, TX 77033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kelso EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALCOTT EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREGG EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| JONES FUTURES ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ALCOTT EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| HARTSFIELD EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP PEACE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP LIBERATION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BASTIAN EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MADING EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| PECK EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| BROOKLINE EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| GREGG EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED LEARNING Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| SEGUIN EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FOSTER EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CULLEN MIDDLE Houston | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| HARTMAN MIDDLE Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ATTUCKS MIDDLE Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| GARDEN VILLAS EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,081
Median Home Value
$98,300
Median Rent
$1,204/mo
Population
28,079
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
34%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kelso EL
What grades does Kelso EL serve?
Kelso EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kelso EL?
Kelso EL has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelso EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Kelso EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kelso EL rank in TX?
Kelso EL ranks #6,663 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Kelso EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Kelso EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Kelso EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kelso EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kelso EL a charter school?
No, Kelso EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kelso EL a Title I school?
No, Kelso EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kelso EL?
99.0% of students at Kelso 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
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (713) 845-7451
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #196 of 272
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