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Meyerpark EL

Elementary School · MEYERPARK CHARTER

13663 S MAIN ST, Houston, TX 77035

Charter
Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

293

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,606 of 8,552

In Houston

#406 of 723

public schools

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Meyerpark EL

5.5/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Meyerpark EL

Meyerpark EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of MEYERPARK CHARTER. Meyerpark EL serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Meyerpark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,606 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Meyerpark EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Meyerpark EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Meyerpark EL is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,540
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Meyerpark EL — Students at Meyerpark EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 55.4% (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
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
13.3%
ELA
52.1%
2024
Math
23%
ELA
35%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Meyerpark EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in TX
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Location

13663 S MAIN ST, Houston, TX 77035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meyerpark EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARKER EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINDSOR VILLAGE EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ACCELERATED INT CHARTER SCHOOL Houston 0.1 mi
ACCELERATED INTERDISCIPLINARY ACAD Houston 0.1 mi 6.1
KIPP MOSAIC ACADEMY SCHOOL Houston 0.5 mi 6.6
KIPP MOSAIC PRI Houston 0.5 mi 3.2
ANDERSON EL Houston 0.7 mi 4.0
WESTBURY H S Houston 0.8 mi 5.3
FOERSTER EL Houston 0.8 mi 3.9
FONDREN EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.6
HINES-CALDWELL Houston 1.1 mi 5.2
THE IMANI SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi 5.3
TINSLEY EL Houston 1.7 mi 5.7
WINDSOR VILLAGE EL Houston 1.7 mi 7.2
VARNETT CHARTER SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 4.5
PARKER EL Houston 1.9 mi 8.1
HALPIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston 2.0 mi 6.7
WESTBURY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 8.1
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Houston 2.2 mi 8.2
MEYERLAND MIDDLE Houston 2.2 mi 6.5
TORAH DAY SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 6.7
GRISSOM EL Houston 2.2 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,691

Median Home Value

$259,800

Median Rent

$1,124/mo

Population

34,849

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

40.6%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meyerpark EL

What grades does Meyerpark EL serve?

Meyerpark EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Meyerpark EL?

Meyerpark EL has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meyerpark EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Meyerpark EL is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meyerpark EL rank in TX?

Meyerpark EL ranks #5,606 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Meyerpark EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Meyerpark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Meyerpark EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meyerpark EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Meyerpark EL a charter school?

Yes, Meyerpark EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Meyerpark EL a Title I school?

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

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

94.2% of students at Meyerpark 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
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

MEYERPARK CHARTER
District Enrollment
293
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,540
District Rank
#1 of 1

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