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#3613 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 42% in state
Love EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
1120 W 13TH ST, Houston, TX 77008
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,613 of 8,552
In Houston
#203 of 723
public schools
In district
#81 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Love EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Love EL
Love EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Love EL serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Love EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,613 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Love EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Love EL — Students at Love EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
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: 5.7/10.
How Love EL Compares
See how Love 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
1120 W 13TH ST, Houston, TX 77008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Love EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIELD EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SINCLAIR EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEMORIAL EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HELMS EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HARVARD EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| HAMILTON MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| HEIGHTS H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SINCLAIR EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| FIELD EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| HOGG MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| THE KIPLING SCHOOL Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH NORTH Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| MEMORIAL EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| GARDEN OAKS MONTESSORI Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BURRUS EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BROWNING EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| GOSWAMI ACADEMY Houston | 2.1 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON B T H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| OAK FOREST ACADEMY LLC Houston | 2.2 mi | — |
| CROCKETT EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| WALTRIP H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,414
Median Home Value
$609,300
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
40,155
College Educated
72.3%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Love EL
What grades does Love EL serve?
Love EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Love EL?
Love EL has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Love EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Love EL is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Love EL rank in TX?
Love EL ranks #3,613 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Love EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Love 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 Love EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Love EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Love EL a charter school?
No, Love EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Love EL a Title I school?
No, Love EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Love EL?
68.4% of students at Love 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (713) 867-0840
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #81 of 272
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