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#3776 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 44% in state
Park Place EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
8235 PARK PL BLVD, Houston, TX 77017
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,776 of 8,552
In Houston
#219 of 723
public schools
In district
#86 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Park Place EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Park Place EL
Park Place EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Park Place EL serves approximately 705 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Place EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,776 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Park Place EL show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Park Place EL — Students at Park Place EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
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: 5.9/10.
How Park Place EL Compares
See how Park Place 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
8235 PARK PL BLVD, Houston, TX 77017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Place EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DAVILA EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CRESPO EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY COLLEGE T-STEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PSTEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY COLLEGE STEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| DEADY MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SANCHEZ EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CRESPO EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BONNER EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CHAVEZ H S Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BELLFORT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MILBY H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| GOLFCREST EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CORNELIUS EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP CLIMB ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP PRIME COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LEWIS EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUTHMAYD EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| YES PREP EAST END EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| DAVILA EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| YES PREP - EAST END Houston | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,750
Median Home Value
$146,600
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
30,797
College Educated
10.5%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED LEARNING Houston, TX | 6.7 |
| ADAMS EL Arlington, TX | 6.7 |
| BLOCK HOUSE CREEK EL Leander, TX | 6.7 |
| BRENHAM EL Brenham, TX | 6.7 |
| BRILL EL Klein, TX | 6.7 |
| BROOKWOOD EL Houston, TX | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Place EL
What grades does Park Place EL serve?
Park Place EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Park Place EL?
Park Place EL has an enrollment of approximately 705 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Place EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Place EL is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Place EL rank in TX?
Park Place EL ranks #3,776 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Park Place EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Place EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Park Place EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Place EL has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Park Place EL a charter school?
No, Park Place EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Place EL a Title I school?
No, Park Place EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Place EL?
95.3% of students at Park Place 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
- 705
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (713) 845-7458
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #86 of 272
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