Very Good
#1827 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 21% in state
Settlers Way EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
3015 SETTLERS WAY DR, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,827 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#16 of 33
public schools
In district
#18 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Settlers Way EL
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About Settlers Way EL
Settlers Way EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Settlers Way EL serves approximately 690 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Settlers Way EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,827 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Settlers Way EL show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Settlers Way EL — Students at Settlers Way EL score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
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: 7.6/10.
How Settlers Way EL Compares
See how Settlers Way 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
3015 SETTLERS WAY DR, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Settlers Way EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMMONWEALTH EL (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGHLANDS EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COLONY BEND EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Sugar Land | 0.5 mi | — |
| FIRST COLONY MIDDLE Sugar Land | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FIRST COLONY Sugar Land | 0.6 mi | — |
| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| COLONY BEND EL Sugar Land | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| FIRST COLONY MONTESSORI SOUTH Sugar Land | 1.0 mi | — |
| THE WIDE SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| KIDS R KIDS #12 TX Missouri City | 1.1 mi | — |
| LEXINGTON CREEK EL Missouri City | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLANDS EL Sugar Land | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTHMINSTER SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| COMMONWEALTH EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | — |
| TRUE KNIGHT ACADEMY Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI Missouri City | 1.8 mi | — |
| THE LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE TOWNE CREEK SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.8 mi | — |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MISSOURI CITY TEXAS Missouri City | 1.8 mi | — |
| RIVERSTONE MONTESSORI LLC Sugar Land | 2.1 mi | — |
| QUAIL VALLEY MIDDLE Missouri City | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,381
Median Home Value
$462,200
Median Rent
$1,997/mo
Population
92,355
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Settlers Way EL
What grades does Settlers Way EL serve?
Settlers Way EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Settlers Way EL?
Settlers Way EL has an enrollment of approximately 690 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Settlers Way EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Settlers Way EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Settlers Way EL rank in TX?
Settlers Way EL ranks #1,827 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Settlers Way EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Settlers Way EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Settlers Way EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Settlers Way EL has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Settlers Way EL a charter school?
No, Settlers Way EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Settlers Way EL a Title I school?
No, Settlers Way EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Settlers Way EL?
34.2% of students at Settlers Way 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
- 690
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (281) 634-4360
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #18 of 78
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