Below Average
#7308 of 8,552 schools in TX
Matzke EL
Elementary School · CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
13102 JONES RD, Houston, TX 77070
Enrollment
1,035
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,035
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,308 of 8,552
In Houston
#592 of 723
public schools
In district
#79 of 88
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
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Matzke EL
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About Matzke EL
Matzke EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD. Matzke EL serves approximately 1,035 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Matzke EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,308 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Matzke EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Matzke EL — Students at Matzke EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
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: 2.0/10.
How Matzke EL Compares
See how Matzke 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
13102 JONES RD, Houston, TX 77070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Matzke EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEWOOD EL (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Tomball), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRILL EL (rated 6.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CYPRESS CREEK H S Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS Katy | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BLEYL MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HANCOCK EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| CAMPBELL MIDDLE Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANCONE EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MOORE EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| THE BANFF SCHOOL Houston | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CY FAIR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 2.3 mi | — |
| ISCHOOL HIGH AT UNIVERSITY PARK Lewisville | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HOUSTON ADVENTIST ACADMEY Cypress | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| WILLBERN EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS J J A E P Houston | 2.7 mi | — |
| DANISH EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| BRILL EL Klein | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HOUSTON PEACE ACADEMY Spring | 3.3 mi | — |
| LAKEWOOD EL Tomball | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ADAM EL Houston | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 3.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,440
Median Home Value
$264,300
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
57,645
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
33.8
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| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston, TX | 4.2 |
| COPPERFIELD EL Converse, TX | 4.2 |
| DANISH EL Houston, TX | 4.2 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Midland, TX | 4.2 |
| EDWARD K DOWNING EL Odessa, TX | 4.2 |
| FRANK MACIAS EL El Paso, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Matzke EL
What grades does Matzke EL serve?
Matzke EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Matzke EL?
Matzke EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,035 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Matzke EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Matzke EL is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Matzke EL rank in TX?
Matzke EL ranks #7,308 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Matzke EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Matzke EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Matzke EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Matzke EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Matzke EL a charter school?
No, Matzke EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Matzke EL a Title I school?
No, Matzke EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Matzke EL?
78.8% of students at Matzke 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
- 1,035
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (281) 897-4450
Resources & Links
District
CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD- District Enrollment
- 118,470
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,693
- District Rank
- #79 of 88
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