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#743 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 9% in state

Meadow Wood EL

Elementary School · SPRING BRANCH ISD

14230 MEMORIAL DR, Houston, TX 77079

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Houston

#9 of 723

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#409 of 4,678

In district

#3 of 45

SPRING BRANCH ISD

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Meadow Wood EL

Meadow Wood EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of the SPRING BRANCH ISD. The school serves approximately 631 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.3th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math and 62% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $103,089, where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63%
Reading/ELA Proficiency61%
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)57%
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,199

Meadow Wood EL — Students at Meadow Wood EL score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 61.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
61%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Meadow Wood EL Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in TX
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
5.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

Location

14230 MEMORIAL DR, Houston, TX 77079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadow Wood EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BRANCH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WILCHESTER EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ASKEW EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SPRING FOREST MIDDLE Houston 0.1 mi 6.1
YORKSHIRE ACADEMY Houston 0.2 mi 7.5
THORNWOOD EL Houston 0.4 mi 7.6
SPRING BRANCH ACADEMIC INSTITUTE Houston 0.4 mi 8.0
STRATFORD H S Houston 0.6 mi 7.5
JAPANESE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Houston 1.0 mi 2.9
WESTCHESTER ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston 1.0 mi 8.5
NOTTINGHAM EL Houston 1.0 mi 7.5
WILCHESTER EL Houston 1.2 mi 8.3
SMALLER SCHOLARS MONTESSORI Houston 1.6 mi 7.4
SHERWOOD FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 1.6 mi 6.0
ASHFORD EL Houston 1.7 mi 7.3
RUMMEL CREEK EL Houston 1.5 mi 7.6
THE BRANCH SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 8.5
RAY DAILY EL Houston 1.7 mi 6.0
RAINARD SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi 7.0
ASKEW EL Houston 1.8 mi 8.1
FIVE STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi
SHERWOOD EL Houston 2.1 mi 6.7
LA MATERNELLE FRENCH ACADEMY Houston 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,089

Median Home Value

$636,100

Median Rent

$1,620/mo

Population

35,540

College Educated

67.9%

Homeownership

50.8%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

36

Community Profile

The community surrounding Meadow Wood EL has a median household income of $103,089. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $636,100, with a median rent of $1,620/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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School Rating
ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX 8.3
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ANN WHITNEY EL Hamilton, TX 8.3
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BOB AND LOLA SANFORD EL Van Alstyne, TX 8.3
CASTROVILLE EL Castroville, TX 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadow Wood EL

What grades does Meadow Wood EL serve?

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

How many students attend Meadow Wood EL?

Meadow Wood EL has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Wood EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Wood EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadow Wood EL rank in TX?

Meadow Wood EL is ranked #743 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Meadow Wood EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadow Wood EL has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Meadow Wood EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Meadow Wood EL has 61.0% math proficiency and 62.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Meadow Wood EL a charter school?

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

Is Meadow Wood EL a Title I school?

No, Meadow Wood EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

25.4% of students at Meadow Wood 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,451/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

SPRING BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
33,407
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,599
District Rank
#3 of 45

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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