Excellent
#530 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 6% in state
River Oaks EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
2008 KIRBY DR, Houston, TX 77019
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#530 of 8,552
In Houston
#25 of 723
public schools
In district
#13 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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River Oaks EL
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About River Oaks EL
River Oaks EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. River Oaks EL serves approximately 744 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. River Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for River Oaks EL show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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River Oaks EL — Students at River Oaks EL score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
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: 9.4/10.
How River Oaks EL Compares
See how River Oaks 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
2008 KIRBY DR, Houston, TX 77019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Oaks EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST UNIVERSITY EL (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MEMORIAL EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST STEPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| LAMAR H S Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LANIER MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| RIVER OAKS BAPTIST SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MEMORIAL EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| THE KIPLING SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| POE EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ANNUNCIATION ORTHODOX SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| CROSSING BORDERS BILINGUAL ACADEMY Houston | 2.1 mi | — |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| BECKER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 2.1 mi | — |
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| WEST UNIVERSITY EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| THE JOY SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CARNEGIE VANGUARD H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,353
Median Home Value
$724,900
Median Rent
$1,886/mo
Population
23,662
College Educated
76.1%
Homeownership
41.2%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Oaks EL
What grades does River Oaks EL serve?
River Oaks EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend River Oaks EL?
River Oaks EL has an enrollment of approximately 744 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Oaks EL?
The student-teacher ratio at River Oaks EL is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Oaks EL rank in TX?
River Oaks EL ranks #530 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is River Oaks EL's MySchoolScout rating?
River Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 River Oaks EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Oaks EL has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is River Oaks EL a charter school?
No, River Oaks EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Oaks EL a Title I school?
No, River Oaks EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Oaks EL?
16.4% of students at River Oaks 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
- 744
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.3%
- Phone
- (713) 942-1460
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #13 of 272
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