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Meadows EL

Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD

12037 PENDER LN, Meadows Place, TX 77477

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,338 of 8,552

In Meadows Place

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#54 of 78

FORT BEND ISD

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Meadows EL

5.7/10

Elementary School in Meadows Place · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Meadows EL

Meadows EL is a public elementary school in Meadows Place, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Meadows EL serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,338 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Meadows EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,520
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Meadows EL — Students at Meadows EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 72.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
31.5%
ELA
52.5%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
58%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Meadows EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in TX
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12037 PENDER LN, Meadows Place, TX 77477

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadows EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SUGAR LAND (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Sugar Land), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Sugar Land), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEP CHARTER EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meadows Place, see our Meadows Place schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ARROW ACADEMY - LIBERATION ACADEMY Meadows Place 0.7 mi 8.0
C FC BILINGUAL ACADEMY Sugar Land 0.8 mi 6.4
FORT BEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 0.9 mi
CUMMINGS EL Houston 1.0 mi 4.8
VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land 0.9 mi
BARRINGTON PLACE EL Sugar Land 1.0 mi 7.2
SMITH EL Houston 1.2 mi 4.7
KLENTZMAN INT Houston 1.3 mi 3.9
STEP CHARTER EL Houston 1.3 mi 8.2
KENNEDY EL Houston 1.6 mi 5.8
HOLUB MIDDLE Houston 1.7 mi 5.6
LOGOS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Sugar Land 1.8 mi 4.8
MATA INT Houston 1.8 mi 5.4
HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.7 mi 8.7
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.7 mi 8.3
DULLES MIDDLE Sugar Land 2.0 mi 6.8
BOONE EL Houston 2.0 mi 3.7
OLLE MIDDLE Houston 2.0 mi 5.1
DULLES H S Sugar Land 2.2 mi 7.1
KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston 2.0 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77477 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,290

Median Home Value

$241,200

Median Rent

$1,436/mo

Population

32,722

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

40.1%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

34.6

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School Rating
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C STAINKE EL Donna, TX 5.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadows EL

What grades does Meadows EL serve?

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

How many students attend Meadows EL?

Meadows EL has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadows EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadows EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadows EL rank in TX?

Meadows EL ranks #5,338 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Meadows EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Meadows EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadows EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Meadows EL a charter school?

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

Is Meadows EL a Title I school?

No, Meadows EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

61.2% of students at Meadows 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fort Bend County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

FORT BEND ISD
District Enrollment
80,206
Schools in District
83
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,520
District Rank
#54 of 78

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