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Owens EL

Elementary School · CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

7939 JACKRABBIT RD, Houston, TX 77095

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

798

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,701 of 8,552

In Houston

#307 of 723

public schools

In district

#47 of 88

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Owens EL

6.1/10

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

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About Owens EL

Owens EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD. Owens EL serves approximately 798 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Owens EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,701 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Owens EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,693
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Owens EL — Students at Owens EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (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
93%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
46.6%
ELA
60.2%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
58%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Owens EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in TX
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

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

7939 JACKRABBIT RD, Houston, TX 77095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Owens EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAIRGROVE EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EPIPHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
EPIPHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 0.3 mi 7.3
CYPRESS RIDGE H S Houston 1.0 mi 6.7
HAIRGROVE EL Houston 1.2 mi 8.3
LABAY MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 6.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COPPERFIELD Houston 1.3 mi
WEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COPPERFIELD Houston 1.3 mi
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Houston 1.5 mi 7.6
CYPRESS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 1.6 mi
FIEST EL Houston 1.5 mi 4.1
TRUITT MIDDLE Houston 1.7 mi 5.9
HORNE EL Houston 1.9 mi 4.9
CYPRESS FALLS H S Houston 1.9 mi 6.6
LOWERY EL Houston 1.7 mi 7.2
LEE EL Houston 2.3 mi 5.5
EMMOTT EL Houston 2.3 mi 4.4
ELIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston 3.0 mi
DANISH EL Houston 3.0 mi 4.2
ADAM EL Houston 3.1 mi 5.7
ARAGON MIDDLE Houston 2.8 mi 7.3
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AT COPPERFIELD Houston 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,657

Median Home Value

$288,500

Median Rent

$1,638/mo

Population

69,912

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Owens EL

What grades does Owens EL serve?

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

How many students attend Owens EL?

Owens EL has an enrollment of approximately 798 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Owens EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Owens EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Owens EL rank in TX?

Owens EL ranks #4,701 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Owens EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Owens 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 Owens EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Owens EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Owens EL a charter school?

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

Is Owens EL a Title I school?

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

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

77.1% of students at Owens 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

District

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
District Enrollment
118,470
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,693
District Rank
#47 of 88

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