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Pine Burr EL

Elementary School · CLEVELAND ISD

7054 RD 3540, Cleveland, TX 77327

Enrollment

745

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,630 of 8,552

In Cleveland

#6 of 15

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

CLEVELAND ISD

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Pine Burr EL

5.5/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pine Burr EL

Pine Burr EL is a public elementary school in Cleveland, TX, part of CLEVELAND ISD. Pine Burr EL serves approximately 745 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Burr EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,630 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Burr EL show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Pine Burr EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Pine Burr EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

30% of students at Pine Burr 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-3.41 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-38.3 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,415
Chronic Absenteeism30.2%

Pine Burr EL — Students at Pine Burr EL score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 16.5% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2022
Math
17%
ELA
28.6%
2024
Math
16%
ELA
16%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Pine Burr EL Compares

See how Pine Burr EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7054 RD 3540, Cleveland, TX 77327

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Burr EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FALCON RIDGE EL (rated 8.0/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Huffman), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOGWOOD EL (rated 7.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby New Caney), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COTTONWOOD EL (rated 7.3/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ MIDDLE Richardson 0.7 mi 2.8
ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ EL Richardson 0.7 mi 3.0
SANTA FE MIDDLE Cleveland 0.7 mi 4.2
SANTA FE EL Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.5
COTTONWOOD EL Cleveland 3.5 mi 7.3
DOGWOOD EL New Caney 7.6 mi 7.6
FALCON RIDGE EL Huffman 9.3 mi 8.0
HARGRAVE H S Huffman 9.7 mi 6.4
GREENLEAF EL Splendora 8.7 mi 4.0
PREMIER H S OF DAYTON Lewisville 9.8 mi 3.9
HUFFMAN MIDDLE Huffman 9.9 mi 4.4
PEACH CREEK EL Splendora 8.8 mi 3.8
TARKINGTON EL Cleveland 9.8 mi 5.6
TARKINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Cleveland 9.9 mi 4.4
TARKINGTON H S Cleveland 10.1 mi 5.4
TARKINGTON MIDDLE Cleveland 10.1 mi 5.7
EASTSIDE EL Cleveland 10.6 mi 4.3
CLEVELAND MIDDLE Cleveland 11.0 mi 3.9
CLEVELAND H S Cleveland 11.2 mi 4.2
TAVOLA EL New Caney 10.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,538

Median Home Value

$144,100

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

37,574

College Educated

10.2%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

44.6 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

28.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Burr EL

What grades does Pine Burr EL serve?

Pine Burr EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pine Burr EL?

Pine Burr EL has an enrollment of approximately 745 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Burr EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Burr EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Burr EL rank in TX?

Pine Burr EL ranks #5,630 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Pine Burr EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Burr 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 Pine Burr EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Burr EL has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is Pine Burr EL a charter school?

No, Pine Burr EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pine Burr EL a Title I school?

No, Pine Burr EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Burr EL?

97.6% of students at Pine Burr 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Liberty County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

District

CLEVELAND ISD
District Enrollment
11,970
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,415
District Rank
#4 of 11

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