Below Average
#6970 of 8,552 schools in TX
Landis EL
Elementary School · ALIEF ISD
10255 SPICE LN, Houston, TX 77072
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,970 of 8,552
In Houston
#558 of 723
public schools
In district
#35 of 42
ALIEF ISD
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Landis EL
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About Landis EL
Landis EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALIEF ISD. Landis EL serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Landis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,970 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Landis EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Landis 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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Landis EL — Students at Landis EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
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: 3.0/10.
How Landis EL Compares
See how Landis 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
10255 SPICE LN, Houston, TX 77072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Landis EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP SHINE PREP (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTIN EL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON Houston | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON Houston | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| MARIA DEL CARMEN MARTINEZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 0.7 mi | — |
| HORN EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL (NTI CAREER INSTITUTE) Houston | 0.8 mi | — |
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| PHOENIX SCHOOL AT SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| OLLE MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| KIPP SHINE PREP Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP HOUSTON H S Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| OWENS INT Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| BEST EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BUSH EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| BOONE EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| WHITE E EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MARTIN EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| COLLINS EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,893
Median Home Value
$175,100
Median Rent
$1,248/mo
Population
58,681
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
35.1
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| ALCORTA EL Abilene, TX | 4.5 |
| BOWIE EL Corsicana, TX | 4.5 |
| BOWIE EL Rosenberg, TX | 4.5 |
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| BURGIN EL Arlington, TX | 4.5 |
| CARMEN V AVILA EL Edinburg, TX | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Landis EL
What grades does Landis EL serve?
Landis EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Landis EL?
Landis EL has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Landis EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Landis EL is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Landis EL rank in TX?
Landis EL ranks #6,970 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Landis EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Landis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Landis EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Landis EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Landis EL a charter school?
No, Landis EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Landis EL a Title I school?
No, Landis EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Landis EL?
94.5% of students at Landis 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (281) 983-8343
Resources & Links
District
ALIEF ISD- District Enrollment
- 39,474
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,388
- District Rank
- #35 of 42
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