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Northside EL

Elementary School · ANGLETON ISD

1900 N DOWNING, Angleton, TX 77515

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,675 of 8,552

In Angleton

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

ANGLETON ISD

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Northside EL

6.1/10

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

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About Northside EL

Northside EL is a public elementary school in Angleton, TX, part of ANGLETON ISD. Northside EL serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,675 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Northside EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,378
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Northside EL — Students at Northside EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 68.9% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
52.4%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
55%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Northside EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in TX
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

1900 N DOWNING, Angleton, TX 77515

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northside EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTSIDE EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRONTIER EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL EL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Angleton, see our Angleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL EL Angleton 0.8 mi 7.8
ANGLETON J H SCHOOL Angleton 1.2 mi 6.1
HOLY COMFORTER DAY SCHOOL Angleton 1.2 mi
BRAZORIA CO JUVENILE DETENTION Angleton 1.1 mi 4.4
BRAZORIA CO ALTER ED CTR Angleton 1.1 mi
BRAZORIA CO J J A E P West Columbia 1.1 mi
BRAZORIA CO J J A E P Danbury 1.1 mi
BRAZORIA CO J J A E P Angleton 1.1 mi
RANCHO ISABELLA EL Angleton 1.5 mi 6.3
ANGLETON H S Angleton 1.7 mi 5.7
STUDENT ALTERNATIVE CTR Angleton 1.7 mi
SOUTHSIDE EL Angleton 1.8 mi 6.9
ANGLETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Angleton 1.8 mi 6.8
FRONTIER EL Angleton 2.0 mi 7.9
WESTSIDE EL Angleton 1.9 mi 8.1
TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOLS - ANGLETON CAMPUS Austin 5.1 mi
DANBURY H S Danbury 5.7 mi 7.3
DANBURY MIDDLE Danbury 5.7 mi 7.6
DANBURY EL Danbury 5.9 mi 6.6
FOUNDATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lake Jackson 7.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77515 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,029

Median Home Value

$210,800

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

33,092

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northside EL

What grades does Northside EL serve?

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

How many students attend Northside EL?

Northside EL has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Northside EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northside EL rank in TX?

Northside EL ranks #4,675 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Northside EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Northside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Northside EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Northside EL a charter school?

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

Is Northside EL a Title I school?

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

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

68.5% of students at Northside 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Brazoria County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

ANGLETON ISD
District Enrollment
7,068
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,378
District Rank
#6 of 9

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