Needs Improvement
#7664 of 8,552 schools in TX
Rodriguez EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
5858 CHIMNEY ROCK, Houston, TX 77081
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,664 of 8,552
In Houston
#632 of 723
public schools
In district
#242 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Rodriguez EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rodriguez EL
Rodriguez EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Rodriguez EL serves approximately 849 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rodriguez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,664 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rodriguez EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Rodriguez EL — Students at Rodriguez EL score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
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: 2.1/10.
How Rodriguez EL Compares
See how Rodriguez 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
5858 CHIMNEY ROCK, Houston, TX 77081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rodriguez EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONDIT EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SER-NINOS CHARTER HIGH Houston | 0.1 mi | — |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE Houston | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| LIBERTY H S Houston | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC GULFTON Houston | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| FRIENDS FOR LIFE MIDDLE Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| SAN FRANCISCO NATIVITY ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| EXCEL ACADEMY EDUCATION TRANSITION CENTER Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBINDELL PRIVATE SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL II Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellaire | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MARINER MONTESSORI Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| CONDIT EL Bellaire | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,228
Median Home Value
$245,200
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
51,366
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
6.5%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
28.4
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| ANDERSON EL Spring, TX | 3.9 |
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| EDWARD B CANNAN EL Willis, TX | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rodriguez EL
What grades does Rodriguez EL serve?
Rodriguez EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rodriguez EL?
Rodriguez EL has an enrollment of approximately 849 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rodriguez EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Rodriguez EL is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rodriguez EL rank in TX?
Rodriguez EL ranks #7,664 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rodriguez EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Rodriguez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Rodriguez EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rodriguez EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rodriguez EL a charter school?
No, Rodriguez EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rodriguez EL a Title I school?
No, Rodriguez EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rodriguez EL?
97.5% of students at Rodriguez 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
- 849
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (713) 295-3870
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #242 of 272
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