Excellent
#1283 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 15% in state
North Central EL
Elementary School · YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
1900 STRAWN RD, Houston, TX 77039
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,283 of 8,552
In Houston
#71 of 723
public schools
In district
#2 of 21
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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North Central EL
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About North Central EL
North Central EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC. North Central EL serves approximately 857 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Central EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,283 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for North Central EL show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
North Central 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
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North Central EL — Students at North Central EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How North Central EL Compares
See how North Central EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1900 STRAWN RD, Houston, TX 77039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Central EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REED ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CALVERT EL (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ECKERT EL (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YES PREP - NORTH CENTRAL Houston | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| HINOJOSA EC/PK/K Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| REED ACADEMY Houston | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RAYMOND EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| GRANTHAM ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| LANE SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 2.6 |
| STEPHENS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ALDINE MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| MEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ECKERT EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| DE SANTIAGO EC/PK/K Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| VARDEMAN EC/PK/K Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HALL SUCCESS ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ODOM EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CALVERT EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| MACARTHUR H S Houston | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| WORSHAM EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| OLESON EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| HAMBRICK MIDDLE Houston | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,567
Median Home Value
$148,600
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
28,335
College Educated
5.3%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Central EL
What grades does North Central EL serve?
North Central EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Central EL?
North Central EL has an enrollment of approximately 857 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Central EL?
The student-teacher ratio at North Central EL is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Central EL rank in TX?
North Central EL ranks #1,283 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is North Central EL's MySchoolScout rating?
North Central EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 North Central EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Central EL has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is North Central EL a charter school?
Yes, North Central EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is North Central EL a Title I school?
No, North Central EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Central EL?
92.1% of students at North Central 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
- 857
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (713) 842-5650
Resources & Links
District
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC- District Enrollment
- 17,622
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,353
- District Rank
- #2 of 21
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