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Oaks EL

Elementary School · HUMBLE ISD

5858 UPPER LK DR, Humble, TX 77346

Enrollment

566

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,843 of 8,552

In Humble

#29 of 36

public schools

In district

#41 of 47

HUMBLE ISD

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Oaks EL

3.7/10

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

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About Oaks EL

Oaks EL is a public elementary school in Humble, TX, part of HUMBLE ISD. Oaks EL serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,843 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Oaks EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,763
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Oaks EL — Students at Oaks EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 58.5% (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
84%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
16.8%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
36%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Oaks EL Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
8th percentile in TX
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

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

5858 UPPER LK DR, Humble, TX 77346

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oaks EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINES MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Kingwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE SPRINGS EL (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ATASCOCITA SPRINGS EL (rated 6.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Humble, see our Humble schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
OAK FOREST EL Humble 0.6 mi 3.7
PRIMOSE SCHOOL OF ATASCOCITO Kingwood 0.8 mi
HUMBLE COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER Humble 1.0 mi 4.1
TIMBERWOOD MIDDLE Humble 1.2 mi 4.6
TIMBERS EL Humble 1.4 mi 3.9
PINEFOREST EL Humble 1.3 mi 5.5
ATASCOCITA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Humble 1.6 mi
ATASCOCITA MIDDLE Humble 1.7 mi 5.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAGLE SPRINGS Humble 2.0 mi
EAGLE SPRINGS EL Humble 2.0 mi 6.9
ATASCOCITA H S Humble 2.0 mi 5.4
MAPLEBROOK EL Humble 1.8 mi 3.7
HUMBLE MIDDLE Humble 2.4 mi 3.8
KINGWOOD H S Kingwood 2.8 mi 7.4
ATASCOCITA SPRINGS EL Humble 2.9 mi 6.2
WHISPERING PINES EL Humble 2.8 mi 3.7
LAKESHORE EL Houston 3.1 mi 3.7
ISCHOOL HIGH - ATASCOCITA Lewisville 3.3 mi 5.8
THE COVENANT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Kingwood 3.1 mi 5.5
PINES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingwood 3.5 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,658

Median Home Value

$291,200

Median Rent

$1,770/mo

Population

75,577

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

36.1

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CARVER EL Greenville, TX 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oaks EL

What grades does Oaks EL serve?

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

How many students attend Oaks EL?

Oaks EL has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oaks EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Oaks EL is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oaks EL rank in TX?

Oaks EL ranks #7,843 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Oaks EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Oaks EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oaks EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Oaks EL a charter school?

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

Is Oaks EL a Title I school?

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

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

73.7% of students at Oaks 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

HUMBLE ISD
District Enrollment
48,552
Schools in District
50
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,763
District Rank
#41 of 47

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