Very Good
#3262 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 38% in state
Mark White EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
2515 OLD FARM RD, Houston, TX 77063
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,262 of 8,552
In Houston
#183 of 723
public schools
In district
#75 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Mark White EL
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About Mark White EL
Mark White EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Mark White EL serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark White EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,262 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mark White EL show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mark White EL — Students at Mark White EL score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 8.1/10.
How Mark White EL Compares
See how Mark White 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
2515 OLD FARM RD, Houston, TX 77063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark White EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEMORIAL DRIVE EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRIARMEADOW CHARTER (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP SHARP PREP (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE KINKAID SCHOOL - HEAD OF SCHOOL OFFICE Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| AL-HADI SCHOOL OF ACCELERATIVE LEARNING Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING COTTAGE Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| BRIARMEADOW CHARTER Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| WISDOM H S Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP SHARP PREP Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| DRAW ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| YELLOW SCHOOL-MDPC Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| SECOND BAPTIST SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP SHARPSTOWN COLLEGE PREP Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIARGROVE EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| EMPOWERMENT H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PINEY POINT EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MARINER MONTESSORI Houston | 1.5 mi | — |
| THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| MEMORIAL DRIVE EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| EMERSON EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,509
Median Home Value
$281,300
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
39,994
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
23.6%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mark White EL
What grades does Mark White EL serve?
Mark White EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mark White EL?
Mark White EL has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark White EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark White EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mark White EL rank in TX?
Mark White EL ranks #3,262 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mark White EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mark White EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Mark White EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mark White EL has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Mark White EL a charter school?
No, Mark White EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mark White EL a Title I school?
No, Mark White EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mark White EL?
77.0% of students at Mark White 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 522
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (713) 556-6571
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #75 of 272
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