Very Good
#2353 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 28% in state
Oyster Creek EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
16425 MELLOW OAKS LN, Sugar Land, TX 77498
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,353 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#21 of 33
public schools
In district
#26 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Oyster Creek EL
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About Oyster Creek EL
Oyster Creek EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Oyster Creek EL serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oyster Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,353 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Oyster Creek EL show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Oyster Creek EL
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
Sources (1)
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Oyster Creek EL — Students at Oyster Creek EL score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
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: 7.8/10.
How Oyster Creek EL Compares
See how Oyster Creek 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
16425 MELLOW OAKS LN, Sugar Land, TX 77498
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oyster Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST SUGARLAND (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAROLYN AND VERNON MADDEN EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MALALA YOUSAFZAI (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN H S Sugar Land | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| MACARIO GARCIA MIDDLE Sugar Land | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SST SUGARLAND San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| CAROLYN AND VERNON MADDEN EL Richmond | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| KIDS R KIDS NO. 25 SUGARLAND Sugar Land | 1.4 mi | — |
| KIDS R KIDS SUGAR LAND #25 TX Sugar Land | 1.4 mi | — |
| KEMPNER H S Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RITA DRABEK EL Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| HODGES BEND MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MALALA YOUSAFZAI Richmond | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| KIPP ACADEMY WEST Sugarland | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ARIZONA FLEMING EL Houston | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| CAMBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| M R WOOD CENTER FOR LEARNING Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| WILLIAM B TRAVIS H S Richmond | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| KIPP JOURNEY PRI Sugarland | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP JOURNEY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Sugarland | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77498 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,394
Median Home Value
$281,600
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
53,092
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
36.5
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| ADELFA BOTELLO CALLEJO EL Dallas, TX | 7.5 |
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| AUSTIN EL Weatherford, TX | 7.5 |
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| BRAZOS BEND EL Sugar Land, TX | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oyster Creek EL
What grades does Oyster Creek EL serve?
Oyster Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oyster Creek EL?
Oyster Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oyster Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Oyster Creek EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oyster Creek EL rank in TX?
Oyster Creek EL ranks #2,353 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Oyster Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Oyster Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Oyster Creek EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oyster Creek EL has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oyster Creek EL a charter school?
No, Oyster Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oyster Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Oyster Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oyster Creek EL?
63.8% of students at Oyster Creek 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 826
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (281) 634-5910
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #26 of 78
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