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Moore EL

Elementary School · CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

13734 LAKEWOOD FOREST DR, Houston, TX 77070

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

964

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,381 of 8,552

In Houston

#489 of 723

public schools

In district

#69 of 88

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

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Moore EL

5.0/10

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

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About Moore EL

Moore EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD. Moore EL serves approximately 964 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Moore EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,381 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Moore EL show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,693
Chronic Absenteeism23%

Moore EL — Students at Moore EL score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 72.9% (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
96%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
51%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Moore EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in TX
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

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

13734 LAKEWOOD FOREST DR, Houston, TX 77070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moore EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAMILTON EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cypress), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKEWOOD EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Tomball), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HOUSTON ADVENTIST ACADMEY Cypress 0.4 mi 4.4
ISCHOOL HIGH AT UNIVERSITY PARK Lewisville 1.3 mi 7.8
LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi
HAMILTON EL Cypress 1.2 mi 8.4
PARADIGM DEVELOPMENT CENTER Houston 1.4 mi
BLEYL MIDDLE Houston 1.4 mi 5.7
LAKEWOOD EL Tomball 1.7 mi 8.1
HAMILTON MIDDLE Cypress 1.5 mi 7.6
CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston 1.9 mi 5.5
MONTESSORI-LONGWOOD Cypress 1.8 mi 6.4
MATZKE EL Houston 2.0 mi 4.2
CYPRESS CREEK H S Houston 2.0 mi 6.6
REDROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tomball 2.5 mi
KARDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 2.6 mi 6.3
HANCOCK EL Houston 2.3 mi 4.2
MILLSAP EL Cypress 2.6 mi 6.1
ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS Katy 2.7 mi 7.8
ADAM EL Houston 3.0 mi 5.7
KLEIN CAIN H S Klein 2.9 mi 6.3
DANISH EL Houston 3.2 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,440

Median Home Value

$264,300

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

57,645

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

48%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

33.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moore EL

What grades does Moore EL serve?

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

How many students attend Moore EL?

Moore EL has an enrollment of approximately 964 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moore EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Moore EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Moore EL rank in TX?

Moore EL ranks #6,381 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Moore EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Moore EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Moore EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Moore EL has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Moore EL a charter school?

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

Is Moore EL a Title I school?

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

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

60.2% of students at Moore 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
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
964
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

District

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
District Enrollment
118,470
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,693
District Rank
#69 of 88

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