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#5502 of 8,552 schools in TX
Mcgowen EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
6820 HOMESTEAD RD, Houston, TX 77028
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,502 of 8,552
In Houston
#398 of 723
public schools
In district
#143 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Mcgowen EL
Mcgowen EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Mcgowen EL serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcgowen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,502 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mcgowen EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Mcgowen EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Mcgowen 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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Mcgowen EL — Students at Mcgowen EL score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 4.4/10.
How Mcgowen EL Compares
See how Mcgowen 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
6820 HOMESTEAD RD, Houston, TX 77028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcgowen EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELIOT EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLIARD EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KASHMERE H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| COOK JR EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| KASHMERE GARDENS EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ELMORE EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| FOREST BROOK MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SHADYDALE EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| KEY MIDDLE Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ISAACS EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| FLEMING MIDDLE Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| HILLIARD EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| RODERICK R PAIGE EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SCROGGINS EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ELIOT EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP Houston | 2.7 mi | — |
| THE VARNETT SCHOOL - NORTHEAST Houston | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ROSS EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| YES PREP - NORTHSIDE Houston | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| DOGAN EL Houston | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,244
Median Home Value
$108,200
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
18,379
College Educated
7.7%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
34.4%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcgowen EL
What grades does Mcgowen EL serve?
Mcgowen EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcgowen EL?
Mcgowen EL has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcgowen EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcgowen EL is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcgowen EL rank in TX?
Mcgowen EL ranks #5,502 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mcgowen EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcgowen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Mcgowen EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcgowen EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mcgowen EL a charter school?
No, Mcgowen EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcgowen EL a Title I school?
No, Mcgowen EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcgowen EL?
97.4% of students at Mcgowen 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
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (713) 636-6979
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #143 of 272
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