Needs Improvement
#8094 of 8,552 schools in TX
Oleson EL
Elementary School · ALDINE ISD
12345 VICKERY ST, Houston, TX 77039
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,094 of 8,552
In Houston
#672 of 723
public schools
In district
#59 of 77
ALDINE ISD
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About Oleson EL
Oleson EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Oleson EL serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oleson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,094 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Oleson EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Oleson 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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Oleson EL — Students at Oleson EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Oleson EL Compares
See how Oleson 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
12345 VICKERY ST, Houston, TX 77039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oleson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH CENTRAL EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ESCAMILLA EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARSHALL EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TWO DIMENSIONS/VICKERY Houston | 0.1 mi | 2.7 |
| HAMBRICK MIDDLE Houston | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| MACARTHUR H S Houston | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| ORANGE GROVE EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| VARDEMAN EC/PK/K Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ESCAMILLA EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| GARCIA-LEZA EC/PK/K Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| STEPHENS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| WORSHAM EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MARSHALL EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| JOHNSON EL Humble | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| NORTH EAST STEM ACADEMY Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| YES PREP NORTH FOREST Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH FOREST EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| YES PREP - NORTH CENTRAL Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SCARBOROUGH EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH CENTRAL EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HINOJOSA EC/PK/K Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| BLACK EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 3.3 |
| CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oleson EL
What grades does Oleson EL serve?
Oleson EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Oleson EL?
Oleson EL has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oleson EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Oleson EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oleson EL rank in TX?
Oleson EL ranks #8,094 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Oleson EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Oleson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Oleson EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oleson EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oleson EL a charter school?
No, Oleson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oleson EL a Title I school?
No, Oleson EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oleson EL?
96.2% of students at Oleson 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
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (281) 985-6530
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #59 of 77
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