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#5477 of 8,547 schools in TX
Moore EL
Elementary School · PASADENA ISD
8880 S BLUFF, Houston, TX 77089
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Houston
#350 of 723
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#2,697 of 4,678
In district
#33 of 66
PASADENA ISD
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Moore EL
Moore Elementary School serves 355 students in prekindergarten through fourth grade in Houston's southeast area. This regular public elementary school maintains a notably low student-teacher ratio of 11.1 to 1 with 32 full-time equivalent teachers, providing students with more individualized attention than many schools of similar size. The school has earned strong recognition for its performance, ranking #1143 out of 8598 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 87th percentile among Texas schools.
Moore Elementary has achieved a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10, reflecting solid educational outcomes for its students. Located at 8880 S Bluff in the 77089 ZIP code area, Moore Elementary sits within a stable middle-class community. The surrounding neighborhood shows a median household income of $83,648 and median home values of $216,000, with a relatively low poverty rate of 11 percent.
While 27 percent of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, the community represents a diverse economic background that supports the school's student population. Moore Elementary operates within Houston's large urban environment, offering families an established neighborhood school option with strong academic standing and favorable class sizes in a well-established residential area of Harris County.
Score Breakdown
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Moore EL — Students at Moore EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 3.9/10.
How Moore EL Compares
See how Moore EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 27% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 37% (2021).
Location
8880 S BLUFF, Houston, TX 77089
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moore EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARLYNE & ALAN WEBER EL (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTH BELT EL (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARBARA COCKRELL EL (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Pearland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOBIE H S Houston | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MELILLO MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ATKINSON EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| THOMPSON INT Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| GOUDEAU ACCELERATED PREPARATORY ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | — |
| SOUTH BELT EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| FRAZIER EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| LAURA WELCH BUSH EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BEVERLY HILLS INT Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MORRIS MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MEADOR EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| STUCHBERY EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES MIDDLE Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES OREM H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BARBARA COCKRELL EL Pearland | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MITCHELL EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ARLYNE & ALAN WEBER EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| JESSUP EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,262
Median Home Value
$237,400
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
56,607
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Moore EL has a median household income of $87,262. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $237,400, with a median rent of $1,411/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| CENTERVILLE EL Garland, TX | 5.7 |
| CHARLES C BALL EL San Antonio, TX | 5.7 |
| CORONADO VILLAGE EL Universal City, TX | 5.7 |
| CROCKETT EL San Marcos, TX | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moore EL
What grades does Moore EL serve?
Moore EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Moore EL?
Moore EL has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moore EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Moore EL is 11.1:1. 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 is ranked #5477 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Moore EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Moore EL has a composite rating of 5.7 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 Moore EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Moore EL has 39.5% math proficiency and 42.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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?
74.6% 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,451/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 740-0656
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #33 of 66
Other Schools in This District
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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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