Needs Improvement
#7985 of 8,552 schools in TX
Law EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
12401 S COAST DR, Houston, TX 77047
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,985 of 8,552
In Houston
#661 of 723
public schools
In district
#249 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Law EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Law EL
Law EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Law EL serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Law EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Law EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Law EL runs 23.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Law EL — Students at Law 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
97.1%
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: 4.0/10.
How Law EL Compares
See how Law 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
12401 S COAST DR, Houston, TX 77047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Law EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YOUNG EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP ZENITH ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM EL (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REVE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.6 mi | 2.2 |
| KIPP ZENITH ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| KIPP SPIRIT COLLEGE PREP Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| KIPP SUNNYSIDE H S Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| BLOOM ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 2.5 |
| WOODSON SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| CODWELL EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| REYNOLDS EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| PRO-VISION MIDDLE Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| FROST EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WORTHING H S Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM MIDDLE Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| THOMAS MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| ATTUCKS MIDDLE Houston | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| YOUNG EL Houston | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| BASTIAN EL Houston | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| STERLING H S Houston | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,947
Median Home Value
$224,200
Median Rent
$1,719/mo
Population
35,248
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLISON EL Austin, TX | 3.5 |
| CIBOLO VALLEY EL Cibolo, TX | 3.5 |
| COMPASS ROSE HARVEST Bastrop, TX | 3.5 |
| CROSBY EL Forney, TX | 3.5 |
| DULLES EL Sugar Land, TX | 3.5 |
| FRED BOOTH San Benito, TX | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Law EL
What grades does Law EL serve?
Law EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Law EL?
Law EL has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Law EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Law EL is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Law EL rank in TX?
Law EL ranks #7,985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Law EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Law EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Law EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Law EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Law EL a charter school?
No, Law EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Law EL a Title I school?
No, Law EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Law EL?
97.1% of students at Law 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
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (713) 732-3630
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #249 of 272
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