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Macgregor EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

4801 LABRANCH ST, Houston, TX 77004

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,352 of 8,552

In Houston

#381 of 723

public schools

In district

#137 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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5.7/10

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

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About Macgregor EL

Macgregor EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Macgregor EL serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Macgregor EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,352 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Macgregor EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Macgregor EL — Students at Macgregor EL score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (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
90%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
30.1%
ELA
61.3%
2024
Math
47%
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: 3.6/10.

How Macgregor EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

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

4801 LABRANCH ST, Houston, TX 77004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Macgregor EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE JOY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 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
YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY Houston 0.4 mi 7.4
ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Houston 0.4 mi
THE JOY SCHOOL Houston 0.5 mi 8.2
PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Houston 0.5 mi 6.2
HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM Houston 0.7 mi 4.7
ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston 0.8 mi 8.2
THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Houston 0.9 mi 5.6
HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston 0.9 mi 7.9
ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 0.9 mi 5.3
ANNUNCIATION ORTHODOX SCHOOL Houston 1.1 mi 6.0
BECKER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston 1.1 mi
LOCKHART EL Houston 1.2 mi 5.0
BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN Houston 1.1 mi 6.3
BLACKSHEAR EL Houston 1.1 mi 6.0
MELINDA WEBB SCHOOL Houston 1.3 mi 4.4
FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston 1.2 mi
A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY Houston 1.4 mi 7.3
ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston 1.4 mi 2.0
ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston 1.6 mi 9.0
ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston 1.6 mi 8.2

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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BREEDEN EL Brownsville, TX 5.7
C STAINKE EL Donna, TX 5.7
CACTUS EL Cactus, TX 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Macgregor EL

What grades does Macgregor EL serve?

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

How many students attend Macgregor EL?

Macgregor EL has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Macgregor EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Macgregor EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Macgregor EL rank in TX?

Macgregor EL ranks #5,352 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Macgregor EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Macgregor EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Macgregor EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Macgregor EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Macgregor EL a charter school?

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

Is Macgregor EL a Title I school?

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

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

80.5% of students at Macgregor 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

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

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