Needs Improvement
#8250 of 8,552 schools in TX
Martinez C EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
901 HAYS ST, Houston, TX 77009
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,250 of 8,552
In Houston
#694 of 723
public schools
In district
#265 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Martinez C EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Martinez C EL
Martinez C EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Martinez C EL serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Martinez C EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,250 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Martinez C EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Martinez C 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
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Martinez C EL — Students at Martinez C EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
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: 2.5/10.
How Martinez C EL Compares
See how Martinez C 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
901 HAYS ST, Houston, TX 77009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martinez C EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRAVIS EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELD EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEONEL CASTILLO EARLY CHILDHOOD STEM ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOOSCAN EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON NORTH Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| NORTHSIDE H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| KETELSEN EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SHERMAN EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| LEONEL CASTILLO EARLY CHILDHOOD STEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| TRAVIS EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| SMALL STEPS NURTURING CENTER - JENSEN Houston | 1.1 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| BROWNING EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| ROSS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| YES PREP - NORTHSIDE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| SECONDARY DAEP Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CROCKETT EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| HOGG MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BRUCE EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HARRIS COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FIELD EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
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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| ANDREWS EL Austin, TX | 3.1 |
| BLOOMINGTON EL Bloomington, TX | 3.1 |
| CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas, TX | 3.1 |
| HART EL El Paso, TX | 3.1 |
| HENDERSON N EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| JUAN N SEGUIN EL Eagle Pass, TX | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martinez C EL
What grades does Martinez C EL serve?
Martinez C EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Martinez C EL?
Martinez C EL has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martinez C EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Martinez C EL is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martinez C EL rank in TX?
Martinez C EL ranks #8,250 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Martinez C EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Martinez C EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Martinez C EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martinez C EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martinez C EL a charter school?
No, Martinez C EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martinez C EL a Title I school?
No, Martinez C EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martinez C EL?
98.4% of students at Martinez C 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
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (713) 224-1424
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #265 of 272
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