Average
#3338 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 39% in state
Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus
Elementary School · SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS
8440 BISSONNET ST, Houston, TX 77074
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,338 of 8,552
In Houston
#187 of 723
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus
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About Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus
Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,338 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus 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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Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus — Students at Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
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: 7.2/10.
How Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus Compares
See how Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8440 BISSONNET ST, Houston, TX 77074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEFF ECC (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STEP CHARTER II (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEP CHARTER II Houston | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| SHARPSTOWN H S Houston | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| BONHAM EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| VALLEY WEST EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| SUGAR GROVE ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| NEFF ECC Houston | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON SOUTHWEST Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| SHARPSTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| TORAH GIRLS ACADEMY OF TEXAS Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MILNE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| NEFF EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| YES PREP - BRAYS OAKS Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MCNAMARA EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| FONDREN MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| WHITE E EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| TORAH DAY SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL (NTI CAREER INSTITUTE) Houston | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,408
Median Home Value
$201,600
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
37,467
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
32.6%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus
What grades does Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus serve?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus rank in TX?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus ranks #3,338 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus a charter school?
Yes, Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus a Title I school?
No, Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus?
98.2% of students at Southwest Schools Bissonnet EL Campus 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
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.7%
- Phone
- (713) 988-5839
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 1,625
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,416
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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