Very Good
#2524 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Poe EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
5100 HAZARD ST, Houston, TX 77098
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,524 of 8,552
In Houston
#139 of 723
public schools
In district
#60 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Poe EL
Poe EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Poe EL serves approximately 736 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Poe EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Poe EL show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Poe EL — Students at Poe EL score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.2%
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: 8.1/10.
How Poe EL Compares
See how Poe 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
5100 HAZARD ST, Houston, TX 77098
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Poe EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST UNIVERSITY EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBERTS EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVER OAKS EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| BECKER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| CROSSING BORDERS BILINGUAL ACADEMY Houston | 0.8 mi | — |
| LANIER MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ROBERTS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| THE JOY SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ANNUNCIATION ORTHODOX SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| DEBAKEY H S FOR HEALTH PROF Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| LAMAR H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| RIVER OAKS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| FIRST STEPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | — |
| MACGREGOR EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST UNIVERSITY EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,867
Median Home Value
$777,700
Median Rent
$1,854/mo
Population
16,318
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
33.4%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Poe EL
What grades does Poe EL serve?
Poe EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Poe EL?
Poe EL has an enrollment of approximately 736 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Poe EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Poe EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Poe EL rank in TX?
Poe EL ranks #2,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Poe EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Poe EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Poe EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Poe EL has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Poe EL a charter school?
No, Poe EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Poe EL a Title I school?
No, Poe EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Poe EL?
35.2% of students at Poe 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
- 736
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (713) 535-3780
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #60 of 272
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