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#3612 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 42% in state

Looscan EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

3800 ROBERTSON ST, Houston, TX 77009

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,612 of 8,552

In Houston

#202 of 723

public schools

In district

#80 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

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

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About Looscan EL

Looscan EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Looscan EL serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Looscan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,612 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Looscan EL show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Looscan 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism34.5%

Looscan EL — Students at Looscan EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (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
91%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
29.8%
ELA
44.5%
2024
Math
50%
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: 5.7/10.

How Looscan EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TX
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

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

3800 ROBERTSON ST, Houston, TX 77009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Looscan EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRAVIS EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEONEL CASTILLO EARLY CHILDHOOD STEM ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HERRERA EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MARTINEZ C EL Houston 0.4 mi 3.1
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON NORTH Houston 0.4 mi 3.0
NORTHSIDE H S Houston 0.8 mi 4.8
MARSHALL MIDDLE Houston 0.9 mi 4.4
KETELSEN EL Houston 1.1 mi 6.4
JEFFERSON EL Houston 1.0 mi 5.0
SHERMAN EL Houston 1.1 mi 4.5
SMALL STEPS NURTURING CENTER - JENSEN Houston 1.1 mi
ROSS EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.5
TRAVIS EL Houston 1.1 mi 8.6
YES PREP - NORTHSIDE Houston 1.2 mi 5.6
LEONEL CASTILLO EARLY CHILDHOOD STEM ACADEMY Houston 1.3 mi 7.4
BROWNING EL Houston 1.2 mi 3.7
SECONDARY DAEP Houston 1.7 mi 6.7
HERRERA EL Houston 1.9 mi 7.0
ROOSEVELT EL Houston 1.9 mi 6.5
HOGG MIDDLE Houston 1.7 mi 8.2
MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston 1.9 mi 5.6
DOGAN EL Houston 1.9 mi 5.9
CROCKETT EL Houston 2.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,921

Median Home Value

$403,600

Median Rent

$1,229/mo

Population

36,107

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

38.1

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HOUSTON EL Corpus Christi, TX 6.8
IGNACIO ZARAGOZA EL Dallas, TX 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Looscan EL

What grades does Looscan EL serve?

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

How many students attend Looscan EL?

Looscan EL has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Looscan EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Looscan EL is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Looscan EL rank in TX?

Looscan EL ranks #3,612 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Looscan EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Looscan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Looscan EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Looscan EL has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Looscan EL a charter school?

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

Is Looscan EL a Title I school?

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

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

95.8% of students at Looscan 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

District

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

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