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Lockhart EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

3200 ROSEDALE ST, Houston, TX 77004

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,412 of 8,552

In Houston

#493 of 723

public schools

In district

#184 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Lockhart EL

5.0/10

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

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About Lockhart EL

Lockhart EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Lockhart EL serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lockhart EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,412 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Lockhart EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Lockhart EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

31% of students at Lockhart 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Lockhart EL — Students at Lockhart EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.3% (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
92%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
35.7%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
51%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Lockhart EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in TX
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

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

3200 ROSEDALE ST, Houston, TX 77004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lockhart EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THOMPSON EL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOSTER EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 0.2 mi 5.3
ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston 0.5 mi 9.0
M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 0.6 mi
THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston 0.6 mi 4.6
BLACKSHEAR EL Houston 0.9 mi 6.0
THOMPSON EL Houston 0.9 mi 8.5
MELINDA WEBB SCHOOL Houston 0.8 mi 4.4
YATES H S Houston 0.8 mi 3.7
BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN Houston 1.1 mi 6.3
YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY Houston 1.1 mi 7.4
MACGREGOR EL Houston 1.2 mi 5.7
HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston 1.4 mi 7.9
YELLOWSTONE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston 1.5 mi 7.3
YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY Houston 1.5 mi 5.3
HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM Houston 1.5 mi 4.7
ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Houston 1.5 mi
A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY Houston 1.7 mi 7.3
ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston 1.7 mi 2.0
FOSTER EL Houston 1.8 mi 6.4
PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Houston 1.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,901

Median Home Value

$384,100

Median Rent

$1,320/mo

Population

35,866

College Educated

57.1%

Homeownership

37.7%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

29.7%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lockhart EL

What grades does Lockhart EL serve?

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

How many students attend Lockhart EL?

Lockhart EL has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lockhart EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Lockhart EL is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lockhart EL rank in TX?

Lockhart EL ranks #6,412 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Lockhart EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Lockhart EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Lockhart EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lockhart EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lockhart EL a charter school?

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

Is Lockhart EL a Title I school?

No, Lockhart EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

90.5% of students at Lockhart 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
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#184 of 272

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