Needs Improvement
#7998 of 8,552 schools in TX
Pearl Hall EL
Elementary School · PASADENA ISD
1504 9TH ST, So Houston, TX 77587
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,998 of 8,552
In So Houston
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#64 of 66
PASADENA ISD
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Pearl Hall EL
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About Pearl Hall EL
Pearl Hall EL is a public elementary school in So Houston, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. Pearl Hall EL serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Pearl Hall EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,998 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pearl Hall EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Pearl Hall 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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Pearl Hall EL — Students at Pearl Hall EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
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: 2.1/10.
How Pearl Hall EL Compares
See how Pearl Hall 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
1504 9TH ST, So Houston, TX 77587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pearl Hall EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHEAST EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMAS HANCOCK EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, L F SMITH EL (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in So Houston, see our So Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH HOUSTON H S So Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| FREEMAN EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| YES PREP - SOUTHEAST Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTHEAST EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| GARFIELD EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MATTHYS EL South Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| L F SMITH EL So Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON INT So Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| YOUNG EL Pasadena | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| DARUL ARQAM SOUTHEAST Houston | 1.6 mi | — |
| MILLER INT Pasadena | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| NELDA SULLIVAN MIDDLE Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON EL So Houston | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| QUEENS INT Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| PREMIER H S - HOUSTON - HOBBY Lewisville | 1.7 mi | 2.1 |
| A & B NURSERY SCHOOL Houston | 1.8 mi | — |
| THOMAS HANCOCK EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| RICK SCHNEIDER MIDDLE Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,407
Median Home Value
$177,000
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
16,058
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pearl Hall EL
What grades does Pearl Hall EL serve?
Pearl Hall EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Pearl Hall EL?
Pearl Hall EL has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pearl Hall EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Pearl Hall 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 Pearl Hall EL rank in TX?
Pearl Hall EL ranks #7,998 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pearl Hall EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Pearl Hall EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Pearl Hall EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pearl Hall EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pearl Hall EL a charter school?
No, Pearl Hall EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pearl Hall EL a Title I school?
No, Pearl Hall EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pearl Hall EL?
91.9% of students at Pearl Hall 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (713) 740-0688
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #64 of 66
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