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#4149 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 49% in state
Simms EL
Elementary School · TEXAS CITY ISD
529 N WESTWARD ST, Texas City, TX 77591
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,149 of 8,552
In Texas City
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 13
TEXAS CITY ISD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Simms EL
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About Simms EL
Simms EL is a public elementary school in Texas City, TX, part of TEXAS CITY ISD. Simms EL serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Simms EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,149 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Simms EL show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Simms EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
32% of students at Simms EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Simms EL — Students at Simms EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 9.6/10.
How Simms EL Compares
See how Simms 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
529 N WESTWARD ST, Texas City, TX 77591
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simms EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HITCHCOCK PRI (rated 7.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Hitchcock), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HAYLEY EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby La Marque), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Texas City, see our Texas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GILES MIDDLE Texas City | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LA MARQUE H S La Marque | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - MAINLAND Lewisville | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ASPIRE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Texas City | 1.6 mi | — |
| HAYLEY EL La Marque | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lamarque | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| GALVESTON CO JJAEP League City | 2.7 mi | — |
| TRANSFORMING LIVES COOPERATIVE (TLC) Dickinson | 2.7 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO DETENTION CTR Dickinson | 2.7 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Dickinson | 2.7 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Galveston | 2.7 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | — |
| TEXAS CITY J J A E P Texas City | 2.7 mi | — |
| HITCHCOCK HEADSTART Hitchcock | 3.0 mi | 3.2 |
| HITCHCOCK PRI Hitchcock | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| STEWART EL Hitchcock | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CROSBY MIDDLE Hitchcock | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HEIGHTS EL Texas City | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| HITCHCOCK H S Hitchcock | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| MANUEL GUAJARDO JR EL Texas City | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77591 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,010
Median Home Value
$204,900
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
16,840
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
36.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A V CATO EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.5 |
| ALTO BONITO EL Rio Grande City, TX | 6.5 |
| ANN WHITNEY EL Hamilton, TX | 6.5 |
| ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL San Juan, TX | 6.5 |
| ATLANTA PRI Atlanta, TX | 6.5 |
| AVONDALE EL Amarillo, TX | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simms EL
What grades does Simms EL serve?
Simms EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Simms EL?
Simms EL has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simms EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Simms EL is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Simms EL rank in TX?
Simms EL ranks #4,149 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Simms EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Simms EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Simms EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simms EL has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Simms EL a charter school?
No, Simms EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simms EL a Title I school?
No, Simms EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Simms EL?
88.0% of students at Simms 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (409) 908-5056
Resources & Links
District
TEXAS CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,874
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,461
- District Rank
- #5 of 13
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