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Mading EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

8511 CRESTMONT ST, Houston, TX 77033

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#8,043 of 8,552

In Houston

#668 of 723

public schools

In district

#252 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

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Mading EL

3.4/10

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

Alcott EL

7.3/10

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6.7/10

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About Mading EL

Mading EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Mading EL serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mading EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,043 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Mading EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Mading EL — Students at Mading EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 51.2% (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
88%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
23.1%
ELA
33.6%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
25%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Mading EL Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
6th percentile in TX
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

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

8511 CRESTMONT ST, Houston, TX 77033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mading EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALCOTT EL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREGG EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED LEARNING (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ALCOTT EL Houston 0.6 mi 7.3
ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED LEARNING Houston 1.2 mi 6.7
JONES FUTURES ACADEMY Houston 1.3 mi 7.5
THOMAS MIDDLE Houston 1.5 mi 3.0
KELSO EL Houston 1.6 mi 4.8
BASTIAN EL Houston 1.4 mi 6.1
GREGG EL Houston 1.5 mi 6.9
GARDEN VILLAS EL Houston 1.4 mi 4.1
STERLING H S Houston 1.7 mi 4.2
MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY Houston 1.6 mi 7.4
HARTMAN MIDDLE Houston 1.8 mi 5.5
SEGUIN EL Houston 1.9 mi 6.0
YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE Houston 2.1 mi 5.5
SOUTHSIDE EL Houston 2.1 mi 4.8
CODWELL EL Houston 2.1 mi 3.3
THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY Houston 2.0 mi 5.2
PRO-VISION MIDDLE Houston 2.0 mi 4.2
ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM EL Houston 2.3 mi 6.1
ILTEXAS HOUSTON OREM MIDDLE Houston 2.3 mi 5.8
ATTUCKS MIDDLE Houston 2.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,081

Median Home Value

$98,300

Median Rent

$1,204/mo

Population

28,079

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

34%

Median Age

33.3

Similar Schools

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CUMBERLAND ACADEMY UPPER EL Tyler, TX 3.4
EASTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth, TX 3.4
FOSTER EL San Antonio, TX 3.4
FREEMAN EL Garland, TX 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mading EL

What grades does Mading EL serve?

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

How many students attend Mading EL?

Mading EL has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mading EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Mading EL is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mading EL rank in TX?

Mading EL ranks #8,043 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Mading EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Mading EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Mading EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mading EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mading EL a charter school?

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

Is Mading EL a Title I school?

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

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

94.7% of students at Mading 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

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

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