Below Average
#6776 of 8,552 schools in TX
Mitchell EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
8050 SPRINGTIME LN, Houston, TX 77075
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,776 of 8,552
In Houston
#532 of 723
public schools
In district
#200 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Mitchell EL
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About Mitchell EL
Mitchell EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Mitchell EL serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mitchell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,776 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mitchell EL show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mitchell EL — Students at Mitchell EL score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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: 4.3/10.
How Mitchell EL Compares
See how Mitchell 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
8050 SPRINGTIME LN, Houston, TX 77075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mitchell EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DEANDA EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARBARA COCKRELL EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pearland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOORE EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEANDA EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| GENESIS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| LAURA WELCH BUSH EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| BARBARA COCKRELL EL Pearland | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| DOBIE H S Houston | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| JESSUP EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| MOORE EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| ATKINSON EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MELILLO MIDDLE Houston | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| THOMPSON INT Houston | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES MIDDLE Houston | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DOWNTOWN Pearland | 2.8 mi | — |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pearland | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES OREM H S Houston | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LEON H SABLATURA MIDDLE Pearland | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| PEARLAND J H EAST Pearland | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| C J HARRIS EL Pearland | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| PEARLAND J H WEST Pearland | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,509
Median Home Value
$219,900
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
41,012
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mitchell EL
What grades does Mitchell EL serve?
Mitchell EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mitchell EL?
Mitchell EL has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mitchell EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mitchell EL is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mitchell EL rank in TX?
Mitchell EL ranks #6,776 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mitchell EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mitchell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Mitchell EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mitchell EL has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mitchell EL a charter school?
No, Mitchell EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mitchell EL a Title I school?
No, Mitchell EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mitchell EL?
99.1% of students at Mitchell 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
- 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (713) 991-8190
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #200 of 272
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