Below Average
#7274 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ser-ninos Charter EL
Elementary School · SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL
5815 ALDER DR, Houston, TX 77081
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,274 of 8,552
In Houston
#586 of 723
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL
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Ser-ninos Charter EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ser-ninos Charter EL
Ser-ninos Charter EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL. Ser-ninos Charter EL serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ser-ninos Charter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,274 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ser-ninos Charter EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ser-ninos Charter 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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Ser-ninos Charter EL — Students at Ser-ninos Charter EL score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 3.6/10.
How Ser-ninos Charter EL Compares
See how Ser-ninos Charter EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5815 ALDER DR, Houston, TX 77081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ser-ninos Charter EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CUNNINGHAM EL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE Houston | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER HIGH Houston | 0.1 mi | — |
| RODRIGUEZ EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| 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 | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LIBERTY H S Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC GULFTON Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| EXCEL ACADEMY EDUCATION TRANSITION CENTER Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBINDELL PRIVATE SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL II Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MARINER MONTESSORI Houston | 1.1 mi | — |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellaire | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| THE HARRIS SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | — |
| NCI CHARTER SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| NEW NEIGHBOR CAMPUS Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTON BOYD EL Allen, TX | 4.2 |
| ANSON JONES EL Dallas, TX | 4.2 |
| BARRON EL Plano, TX | 4.2 |
| BOBBY JOE HILL PK-8 El Paso, TX | 4.2 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth, TX | 4.2 |
| CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ser-ninos Charter EL
What grades does Ser-ninos Charter EL serve?
Ser-ninos Charter EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ser-ninos Charter EL?
Ser-ninos Charter EL has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ser-ninos Charter EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ser-ninos Charter EL is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ser-ninos Charter EL rank in TX?
Ser-ninos Charter EL ranks #7,274 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ser-ninos Charter EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ser-ninos Charter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Ser-ninos Charter EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ser-ninos Charter EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ser-ninos Charter EL a charter school?
Yes, Ser-ninos Charter EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ser-ninos Charter EL a Title I school?
No, Ser-ninos Charter EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ser-ninos Charter EL?
93.3% of students at Ser-ninos Charter 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
- 526
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (713) 667-6145
Resources & Links
District
SER-NINOS CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 1,154
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,316
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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