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Roderick R Paige EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

7501 CURRY RD, Houston, TX 77093

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,410 of 8,552

In Houston

#491 of 723

public schools

In district

#182 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Roderick R Paige EL

5.0/10

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

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About Roderick R Paige EL

Roderick R Paige EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Roderick R Paige EL serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Roderick R Paige EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,410 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Roderick R Paige EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Roderick R Paige EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Roderick R Paige EL — Students at Roderick R Paige EL score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 47.6% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
20.1%
ELA
31.4%
2024
Math
31%
ELA
39%

* 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 Roderick R Paige EL Compares

See how Roderick R Paige EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in TX
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

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

7501 CURRY RD, Houston, TX 77093

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roderick R Paige EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERRY EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERRERA EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOOSCAN EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville 0.3 mi 5.9
BERRY EL Houston 1.0 mi 8.3
KEY MIDDLE Houston 1.2 mi 5.5
COOK JR EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.3
YES PREP - NORTHSIDE Houston 1.4 mi 5.6
KASHMERE H S Houston 1.4 mi 4.3
GARCIA EL Houston 1.6 mi 4.2
ROSS EL Houston 1.8 mi 5.5
HERRERA EL Houston 1.7 mi 7.0
KASHMERE GARDENS EL Houston 1.9 mi 4.6
HOUSTON MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER Houston 2.0 mi 3.3
JANOWSKI EL Houston 2.0 mi 6.6
COOP EL Houston 2.2 mi 6.0
BURBANK MIDDLE Houston 2.1 mi 7.2
SHADYDALE EL Houston 2.2 mi 5.3
KIPP 3D ACADEMY Houston 2.2 mi 6.9
KIPP DREAM PREP Houston 2.2 mi 6.4
KIPP GENERATIONS COLLEGIATE Houston 2.2 mi 7.6
LOOSCAN EL Houston 2.5 mi 6.8
ROOSEVELT EL Houston 2.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,958

Median Home Value

$122,400

Median Rent

$1,102/mo

Population

46,091

College Educated

5.4%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

32.7%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roderick R Paige EL

What grades does Roderick R Paige EL serve?

Roderick R Paige EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Roderick R Paige EL?

Roderick R Paige EL has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roderick R Paige EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Roderick R Paige EL is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roderick R Paige EL rank in TX?

Roderick R Paige EL ranks #6,410 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Roderick R Paige EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Roderick R Paige EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Roderick R Paige EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roderick R Paige EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Roderick R Paige EL a charter school?

No, Roderick R Paige EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roderick R Paige EL a Title I school?

No, Roderick R Paige EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roderick R Paige EL?

98.5% of students at Roderick R Paige 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
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#182 of 272

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