Average
#3593 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 42% in state
Palmer EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
4208 CROW VALLEY DR, Missouri City, TX 77459
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,593 of 8,552
In Missouri City
#11 of 24
public schools
In district
#39 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Palmer EL
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About Palmer EL
Palmer EL is a public elementary school in Missouri City, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Palmer EL serves approximately 819 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmer EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,593 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Palmer EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Palmer EL — Students at Palmer EL score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57%
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: 7.3/10.
How Palmer EL Compares
See how Palmer 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
4208 CROW VALLEY DR, Missouri City, TX 77459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palmer EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHMINSTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is AUSTIN PARKWAY EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sugar Land), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JAN SCHIFF EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Missouri City, see our Missouri City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE OLYMPIA MIDDLE Missouri City | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| LAWRENCE E ELKINS H S Missouri City | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SONAL S BHUCHAR EL Missouri City | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| QUAIL VALLEY MIDDLE Missouri City | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| LANTERN LANE EL Missouri City | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| THE TOWNE CREEK SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.4 mi | — |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MISSOURI CITY TEXAS Missouri City | 1.5 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI Missouri City | 1.5 mi | — |
| JAN SCHIFF EL Missouri City | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| QUAIL VALLEY EL Missouri City | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| EL DAEP Missouri City | 2.3 mi | — |
| EDGAR GLOVER JR EL Missouri City | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHMINSTER SCHOOL Missouri City | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| KIDS R KIDS #12 TX Missouri City | 2.3 mi | — |
| RIVERSTONE MONTESSORI LLC Sugar Land | 2.4 mi | — |
| DR LYNN ARMSTRONG EL Missouri City | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| THE WIDE SCHOOL Missouri City | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| STAFFORD H S Stafford | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FIRST COLONY Sugar Land | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,758
Median Home Value
$367,700
Median Rent
$2,031/mo
Population
81,251
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
39.1
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| AIKEN EL Brownsville, TX | 6.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palmer EL
What grades does Palmer EL serve?
Palmer EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palmer EL?
Palmer EL has an enrollment of approximately 819 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmer EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmer EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmer EL rank in TX?
Palmer EL ranks #3,593 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Palmer EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmer EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Palmer EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmer EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palmer EL a charter school?
No, Palmer EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palmer EL a Title I school?
No, Palmer EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmer EL?
57.0% of students at Palmer 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
- 819
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (281) 634-4760
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #39 of 78
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