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Very Good

#3249 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 38% in state

North Shore EL

Elementary School · GALENA PARK ISD

14310 DUNCANNON, Houston, TX 77015

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

891

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,249 of 8,552

In Houston

#181 of 723

public schools

In district

#10 of 23

GALENA PARK ISD

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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North Shore EL

7.0/10

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

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6.2/10

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7.5/10

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About North Shore EL

North Shore EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of GALENA PARK ISD. North Shore EL serves approximately 891 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shore EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,249 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for North Shore EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,655
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

North Shore EL — Students at North Shore EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.9% (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
89%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
44.4%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
54%
ELA
54%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How North Shore EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TX
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

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

14310 DUNCANNON, Houston, TX 77015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Shore EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIMARRON EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is B H HAMBLEN EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Channelview), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PURPLE SAGE EL (rated 6.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SAM HOUSTON EL Houston 0.6 mi 6.2
NORTH SHORE MIDDLE Houston 1.0 mi 7.5
CREATIVE CORNER Houston 0.9 mi
JAMES B HAVARD EL Houston 1.0 mi 5.9
CLOVERLEAF EL Houston 1.1 mi 4.9
GREEN VALLEY EL Houston 1.3 mi 4.6
NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH Houston 1.5 mi 6.6
AGUIRRE J H Houston 1.5 mi 5.6
GALENA PARK ISD CAREER & TECHNICAL ECHS Houston 1.5 mi 5.8
DE ZAVALA EL Channelview 1.5 mi 5.1
CIMARRON EL Houston 1.6 mi 7.0
B H HAMBLEN EL Channelview 1.6 mi 6.6
HOLY TRINITY UMC DAY SCHOOL/DAYCARE Houston 1.6 mi
MCMULLAN EL Channelview 1.7 mi 5.2
DR SHIRLEY J WILLIAMSON EL Houston 2.1 mi 5.5
COBB 6TH GRADE CAMPUS Houston 2.2 mi 6.6
TICE EL Houston 2.1 mi 5.4
CUNNINGHAM MIDDLE Houston 2.1 mi 6.7
PURPLE SAGE EL Houston 2.4 mi 6.6
ALICE JOHNSON J H Channelview 2.4 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,324

Median Home Value

$164,700

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

58,822

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

29.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan, TX 7.0
AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL San Juan, TX 7.0
BLACKBURN EL Forney, TX 7.0
BLANTON EL Austin, TX 7.0
CANTON INT Canton, TX 7.0
CIMARRON EL Houston, TX 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Shore EL

What grades does North Shore EL serve?

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

How many students attend North Shore EL?

North Shore EL has an enrollment of approximately 891 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shore EL?

The student-teacher ratio at North Shore EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Shore EL rank in TX?

North Shore EL ranks #3,249 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is North Shore EL's MySchoolScout rating?

North Shore EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 North Shore EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Shore EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is North Shore EL a charter school?

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

Is North Shore EL a Title I school?

No, North Shore EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

87.3% of students at North Shore 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
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

GALENA PARK ISD
District Enrollment
21,105
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,655
District Rank
#10 of 23

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