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#5723 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Sheldon Early Childhood Academy
Elementary School · SHELDON ISD
17010 BEAUMONT HWY, Houston, TX 77049
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 692 schools in Houston. Learn more
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,723 of 8,552
In Houston
#419 of 723
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
SHELDON ISD
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Sheldon Early Childhood Academy
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sheldon Early Childhood Academy
Sheldon Early Childhood Academy is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of SHELDON ISD. Sheldon Early Childhood Academy serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheldon Early Childhood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,723 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Sheldon Early Childhood Academy Compares
See how Sheldon Early Childhood Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17010 BEAUMONT HWY, Houston, TX 77049
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheldon Early Childhood Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHELDON LAKE EL (rated 7.0/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCGHEE EL (rated 6.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Channelview), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARVEY S BROWN EL (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHELDON EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HARVEY S BROWN EL Houston | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HIGHPOINT Houston | 3.5 mi | — |
| HIGHPOINT SCHOOL EAST (CROSBY) Houston | 3.5 mi | — |
| HIGHPOINT SCHOOL EAST (DAEP) Houston | 3.5 mi | — |
| HIGHPOINT EAST Humble | 3.5 mi | — |
| HIGH POINT EAST Houston | 3.5 mi | — |
| AGUIRRE J H Houston | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| SHELDON LAKE EL Houston | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| DR SHIRLEY J WILLIAMSON EL Houston | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ROYALWOOD EL Houston | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CRENSHAW EL Channelview | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| COBB 6TH GRADE CAMPUS Houston | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ALICE JOHNSON J H Channelview | 4.4 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH Houston | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| C E KING H S Houston | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| STEPHANIE CRAVENS EARLY CHILDHOOD Houston | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MCMULLAN EL Channelview | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MCGHEE EL Channelview | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| JAMES B HAVARD EL Houston | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,514
Median Home Value
$207,900
Median Rent
$1,491/mo
Population
40,373
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
29.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheldon Early Childhood Academy
What grades does Sheldon Early Childhood Academy serve?
Sheldon Early Childhood Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Sheldon Early Childhood Academy?
Sheldon Early Childhood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheldon Early Childhood Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheldon Early Childhood Academy is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheldon Early Childhood Academy rank in TX?
Sheldon Early Childhood Academy ranks #5,723 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sheldon Early Childhood Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheldon Early Childhood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sheldon Early Childhood Academy a charter school?
No, Sheldon Early Childhood Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheldon Early Childhood Academy a Title I school?
No, Sheldon Early Childhood Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheldon Early Childhood Academy?
85.8% of students at Sheldon Early Childhood Academy 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (281) 456-6800
Resources & Links
District
SHELDON ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,028
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,323
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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