Needs Improvement
#8095 of 8,552 schools in TX
Orange Grove EL
Elementary School · ALDINE ISD
4514 MOUNT HOUSTON RD, Houston, TX 77093
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,095 of 8,552
In Houston
#673 of 723
public schools
In district
#60 of 77
ALDINE ISD
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About Orange Grove EL
Orange Grove EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Orange Grove EL serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange Grove EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,095 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Orange Grove EL show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% 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
32% of students at Orange Grove 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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Orange Grove EL — Students at Orange Grove EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.8%
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: 1.9/10.
How Orange Grove EL Compares
See how Orange Grove 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
4514 MOUNT HOUSTON RD, Houston, TX 77093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orange Grove EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ESCAMILLA EL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARSHALL EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COOP EL (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAMBRICK MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| MACARTHUR H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| TWO DIMENSIONS/VICKERY Houston | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| ESCAMILLA EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| OLESON EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| WORSHAM EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| GARCIA-LEZA EC/PK/K Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH EAST STEM ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| SCARBOROUGH EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| VARDEMAN EC/PK/K Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| STEPHENS EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| MEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MARSHALL EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA HARDY ACADEMY Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| IDEA HARDY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| YES PREP NORTH FOREST Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH FOREST EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| YES PREP - NORTH CENTRAL Houston | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| COOP EL Houston | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,958
Median Home Value
$122,400
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
46,091
College Educated
5.4%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
32.7%
Median Age
31.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orange Grove EL
What grades does Orange Grove EL serve?
Orange Grove EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Orange Grove EL?
Orange Grove EL has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orange Grove EL rank in TX?
Orange Grove EL ranks #8,095 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Orange Grove EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Orange Grove 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 Orange Grove EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange Grove EL has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Orange Grove EL a charter school?
No, Orange Grove EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orange Grove EL a Title I school?
No, Orange Grove EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orange Grove EL?
92.8% of students at Orange Grove 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
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (281) 985-6540
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #60 of 77
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