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Ripley House Charter School
Elementary School · BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
4450 HARRISBURG BLVD, Houston, TX 77011
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,470 of 8,552
In Houston
#716 of 723
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
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About Ripley House Charter School
Ripley House Charter School is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Ripley House Charter School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ripley House Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,470 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ripley House Charter School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ripley House Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ripley House Charter School — Students at Ripley House Charter School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 1.5/10.
How Ripley House Charter School Compares
See how Ripley House Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4450 HARRISBURG BLVD, Houston, TX 77011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ripley House Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TIJERINA EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAGE EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LANTRIP EL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS Houston | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA Houston | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BURNET EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LANTRIP EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE BIOTECH ACADEMY AT RUSK Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| EASTWOOD ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| NAVARRO MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| CAGE EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| HENDERSON N EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| COMMUNITY SERVICES-SEC Houston | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| AUSTIN H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BRUCE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| TIJERINA EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| WHEATLEY H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,163
Median Home Value
$187,100
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
15,681
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto, TX | 2.3 |
| BURNET EL Odessa, TX | 2.2 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - PASADENA Lewisville, TX | 2.2 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL - BASSE PRI San Antonio, TX | 2.2 |
| LOTSPEICH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Robstown, TX | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ripley House Charter School
What grades does Ripley House Charter School serve?
Ripley House Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ripley House Charter School?
Ripley House Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ripley House Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ripley House Charter School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ripley House Charter School rank in TX?
Ripley House Charter School ranks #8,470 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ripley House Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ripley House Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Ripley House Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ripley House Charter School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ripley House Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Ripley House Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ripley House Charter School a Title I school?
No, Ripley House Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ripley House Charter School?
90.9% of students at Ripley House Charter School 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
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.7%
- Phone
- (713) 315-6413
Resources & Links
District
BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 1,824
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,638
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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