Average
#4171 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 49% in state
Ogden EL
Elementary School · ALDINE ISD
21919 RAYFORD RD, Houston, TX 77338
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,171 of 8,552
In Houston
#264 of 723
public schools
In district
#17 of 77
ALDINE ISD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Ogden EL
Ogden EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Ogden EL serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ogden EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,171 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ogden EL show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ogden EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Ogden EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ogden EL — Students at Ogden EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Ogden EL Compares
See how Ogden EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
21919 RAYFORD RD, Houston, TX 77338
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ogden EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEARL M HIRSCH EL (rated 5.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Spring), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CAROLEE BOOKER EL (rated 5.2/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAGRILL EC/PK/K Humble | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| TEAGUE MIDDLE Humble | 0.3 mi | 2.2 |
| MILDRED JENKINS EL Spring | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| DUEITT MIDDLE Spring | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| SPRING EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL Huntsville | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ANDERSON EL Spring | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| NIMITZ H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| GLORIA MARSHALL EL Spring | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| PEARL M HIRSCH EL Spring | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| DUNN EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston | 2.5 mi | 9.6 |
| CHET BURCHETT EL Spring | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| RICKEY C BAILEY MIDDLE Spring | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| CYPRESSWOOD EL Houston | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| LEWIS MIDDLE Houston | 2.8 mi | 2.0 |
| SMITH EL Spring | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| TWIN CREEKS MIDDLE Spring | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| CAROLEE BOOKER EL Houston | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| FOUNDERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77338 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,808
Median Home Value
$222,900
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
47,335
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
33.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALIEF MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Houston, TX | 6.4 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen, TX | 6.4 |
| BASSWOOD EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.4 |
| BILL CHILDRESS EL Canutillo, TX | 6.4 |
| BLACK EL Mesquite, TX | 6.4 |
| BLOSSOM EL Blossom, TX | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ogden EL
What grades does Ogden EL serve?
Ogden EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Ogden EL?
Ogden EL has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ogden EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ogden EL is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ogden EL rank in TX?
Ogden EL ranks #4,171 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ogden EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ogden EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Ogden EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ogden EL has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Ogden EL a charter school?
No, Ogden EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ogden EL a Title I school?
No, Ogden EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ogden EL?
91.4% of students at Ogden 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 595
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (281) 233-8901
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #17 of 77
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