Below Average
#7558 of 8,552 schools in TX
Piney Point EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
8921 PAGEWOOD LN, Houston, TX 77063
Enrollment
1,276
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,276
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,558 of 8,552
In Houston
#620 of 723
public schools
In district
#236 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Piney Point EL
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About Piney Point EL
Piney Point EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Piney Point EL serves approximately 1,276 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Piney Point EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,558 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Piney Point EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Piney Point EL — Students at Piney Point EL score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 3.9/10.
How Piney Point EL Compares
See how Piney Point 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
8921 PAGEWOOD LN, Houston, TX 77063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piney Point EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIARMEADOW CHARTER (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI LEARNING COTTAGE Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| KIPP SHARPSTOWN COLLEGE PREP Houston | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIARMEADOW CHARTER Houston | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| KIPP SHARP PREP Houston | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| EMERSON EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| DRAW ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| THE TENNEY SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MARK WHITE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| EMPOWERMENT H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| WISDOM H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| SNEED EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| NEFF EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ETOILE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| THE HARRIS SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| STRAKE JESUIT COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,509
Median Home Value
$281,300
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
39,994
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
23.6%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
35.2
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| ASKEW EL Houston, TX | 4.0 |
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| BARTON EL Irving, TX | 4.0 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston, TX | 4.0 |
| ESCONTRIAS STEAM ACADEMY El Paso, TX | 4.0 |
| IDEA MCALLEN ACADEMY Mcallen, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piney Point EL
What grades does Piney Point EL serve?
Piney Point EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Piney Point EL?
Piney Point EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piney Point EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Piney Point EL is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piney Point EL rank in TX?
Piney Point EL ranks #7,558 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Piney Point EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Piney Point EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Piney Point EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piney Point EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Piney Point EL a charter school?
No, Piney Point EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piney Point EL a Title I school?
No, Piney Point EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piney Point EL?
97.4% of students at Piney Point 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
- 1,276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (713) 917-3610
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #236 of 272
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