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#5681 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Phelan EL
Elementary School · LAMAR CISD
1600 GREAT BLUE HERON LN, Richmond, TX 77469
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,681 of 8,552
In Richmond
#33 of 38
public schools
In district
#35 of 44
LAMAR CISD
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Phelan EL
Elementary School in Richmond · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Phelan EL
Phelan EL is a public elementary school in Richmond, TX, part of LAMAR CISD. Phelan EL serves approximately 720 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Phelan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,681 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Phelan EL show 44% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Phelan EL — Students at Phelan EL score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Phelan EL Compares
See how Phelan EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1600 GREAT BLUE HERON LN, Richmond, TX 77469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phelan EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANFORD WILLIAMS EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN ARREDONDO EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SMITH EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR Richmond | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| IRMA DRU HUTCHISON EL Richmond | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SHADY OAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond | 1.6 mi | — |
| SMITH EL Richmond | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SHADY OAK PRIMARY SCHOOL Richmond | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| CALVARY EPISCOPAL PREPARATORY Richmond | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| JANE LONG EL Richmond | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| BRIDGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Richmond | 1.7 mi | — |
| MANFORD WILLIAMS EL Richmond | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKESMITH DAVINCI Brookesmith | 1.8 mi | — |
| KNILE CENTER LLC Richmond | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN ARREDONDO EL Richmond | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| LAMAR JH Rosenberg | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| JUAN SEGUIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Richmond | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| B F TERRY H S Rosenberg | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| LAMAR CONS H S Rosenberg | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| T L PINK EL Richmond | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| LIVING WATER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rosenberg | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| GEORGE JH Rosenberg | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| CORA THOMAS EL Richmond | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,546
Median Home Value
$315,000
Median Rent
$1,675/mo
Population
65,159
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phelan EL
What grades does Phelan EL serve?
Phelan EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Phelan EL?
Phelan EL has an enrollment of approximately 720 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phelan EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Phelan EL is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phelan EL rank in TX?
Phelan EL ranks #5,681 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Phelan EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Phelan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Phelan EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phelan EL has 44% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Phelan EL a charter school?
No, Phelan EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phelan EL a Title I school?
No, Phelan EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phelan EL?
49.2% of students at Phelan 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
- 720
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (832) 223-4500
Resources & Links
District
LAMAR CISD- District Enrollment
- 44,512
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,664
- District Rank
- #35 of 44
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