Very Good
#3117 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL
Elementary School · MIDLAND ISD
2000 W LOUISIANA AVE, Midland, TX 79701
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,117 of 8,552
In Midland
#7 of 44
public schools
In district
#5 of 38
MIDLAND ISD
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL
Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL is a public elementary school in Midland, TX, part of MIDLAND ISD. Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,117 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL 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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Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL — Students at Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
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: 7.5/10.
How Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL Compares
See how Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2000 W LOUISIANA AVE, Midland, TX 79701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MIDLAND ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MIDLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Midland, see our Midland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST BAPTIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Midland | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ST ANN S SCHOOL Midland | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SAN JACINTO J H Midland | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MIDLAND ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Midland | 0.6 mi | — |
| MIDLAND H S Midland | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Midland | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LAMAR EL Midland | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Midland | 1.1 mi | — |
| MIDLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Midland | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF MIDLAND San Angelo | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| MIDLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Midland | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FANNIN EL Midland | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLANDER SCHOOL Midland | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| HILLCREST SCHOOL Midland | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MIDLAND ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Midland | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SOUTH EL Midland | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE Midland | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| PRE-K ACADEMY AT MIDLAND COLLEGE Midland | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| GENERAL TOMMY FRANKS EL Midland | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BONHAM EL Midland | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,679
Median Home Value
$204,000
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
27,678
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
32
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| BROCK EL Brock, TX | 7.1 |
| CASH EL San Benito, TX | 7.1 |
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| CHRISTENE C MOSS EL Fort Worth, TX | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL
What grades does Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL serve?
Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL?
Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL rank in TX?
Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL ranks #3,117 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL a charter school?
Yes, Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL a Title I school?
No, Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory EL?
64.4% of students at Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Midland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (432) 240-7100
Resources & Links
District
MIDLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 28,752
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,367
- District Rank
- #5 of 38
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