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#3241 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 38% in state

Rita Drabek EL

Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD

11325 LAKE WOODBRIDGE DR, Sugar Land, TX 77498

Enrollment

705

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,241 of 8,552

In Sugar Land

#25 of 33

public schools

In district

#35 of 78

FORT BEND ISD

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Rita Drabek EL

7.0/10

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

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About Rita Drabek EL

Rita Drabek EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Rita Drabek EL serves approximately 705 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rita Drabek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,241 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Rita Drabek EL show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,520
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Rita Drabek EL — Students at Rita Drabek EL score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 76.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
59.2%
ELA
63.7%
2024
Math
57%
ELA
63%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Rita Drabek EL Compares

See how Rita Drabek EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TX
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

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

11325 LAKE WOODBRIDGE DR, Sugar Land, TX 77498

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rita Drabek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SUGAR LAND (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OYSTER CREEK EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KEMPNER H S Sugar Land 0.5 mi 5.7
KIDS R KIDS NO. 25 SUGARLAND Sugar Land 0.5 mi
KIDS R KIDS SUGAR LAND #25 TX Sugar Land 0.5 mi
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land 0.9 mi 7.2
KIPP JOURNEY PRI Sugarland 1.0 mi 5.6
KIPP JOURNEY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Sugarland 1.0 mi 7.6
KIPP ACADEMY WEST Sugarland 1.4 mi 7.7
ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.6 mi 7.2
SUGAR MILL EL Sugar Land 1.6 mi 6.1
M R WOOD CENTER FOR LEARNING Sugar Land 1.7 mi 5.7
TOWNEWEST EL Sugar Land 1.7 mi 5.3
SUGAR LAND MIDDLE Sugar Land 1.7 mi 4.7
HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.6 mi 8.7
ARIZONA FLEMING EL Houston 1.9 mi 5.0
LAKEVIEW MONTESSORI ON THE HILL Sugar Land 1.9 mi
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.8 mi 8.3
LAKEVIEW EL Sugar Land 2.0 mi 6.2
OYSTER CREEK EL Sugar Land 1.8 mi 7.5
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 2.0 mi 7.9
STEPHEN F AUSTIN H S Sugar Land 2.1 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77498 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,394

Median Home Value

$281,600

Median Rent

$1,831/mo

Population

53,092

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

70.6%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rita Drabek EL

What grades does Rita Drabek EL serve?

Rita Drabek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rita Drabek EL?

Rita Drabek EL has an enrollment of approximately 705 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rita Drabek EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Rita Drabek EL is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rita Drabek EL rank in TX?

Rita Drabek EL ranks #3,241 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Rita Drabek EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Rita Drabek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Rita Drabek EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rita Drabek EL has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Rita Drabek EL a charter school?

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

Is Rita Drabek EL a Title I school?

No, Rita Drabek EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rita Drabek EL?

59.4% of students at Rita Drabek 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fort Bend County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

FORT BEND ISD
District Enrollment
80,206
Schools in District
83
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,520
District Rank
#35 of 78

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