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#745 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 9% in state

Spring Branch EL

Elementary School · SPRING BRANCH ISD

1700 CAMPBELL RD, Houston, TX 77080

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

505

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Houston

#11 of 723

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#410 of 4,678

In district

#5 of 45

SPRING BRANCH ISD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Spring Branch EL

Spring Branch EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of the SPRING BRANCH ISD. The school serves approximately 505 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.3th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 23% proficiency in math and 21% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,056, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+5.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics6.3Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29%
Reading/ELA Proficiency25%
Overall Proficiency27%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,199

Spring Branch EL — Students at Spring Branch EL score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 22.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
25%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Spring Branch EL Compares

See how Spring Branch EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in TX
Academic
6.3/10
6.3/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
7.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

Location

1700 CAMPBELL RD, Houston, TX 77080

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Branch EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUFFALO CREEK EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CEDAR BROOK EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WOODVIEW EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston 0.5 mi 8.2
THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL Houston 0.6 mi 5.3
CEDAR BROOK EL Houston 1.0 mi 7.9
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 1.2 mi 5.2
SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 7.3
ST JEROME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 1.3 mi 7.2
EDGEWOOD EL Houston 1.4 mi 4.7
SPRING WOODS MIDDLE Houston 1.2 mi 7.2
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 1.2 mi 6.6
BUFFALO CREEK EL Houston 1.4 mi 8.0
WOODVIEW EL Houston 1.3 mi 7.8
VALLEY OAKS EL Houston 1.3 mi 7.4
NORTHBROOK H S Houston 1.4 mi 7.0
RIDGECREST EL Houston 1.4 mi 7.2
MEMORIAL H S Houston 1.5 mi 8.3
PINE SHADOWS EL Houston 1.4 mi 6.6
LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston 1.6 mi 5.4
HOLLIBROOK EL Houston 1.8 mi 7.4
SPRING SHADOWS EL Houston 1.7 mi 6.2
THE LION LANE SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,056

Median Home Value

$311,600

Median Rent

$1,253/mo

Population

49,064

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

31.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Spring Branch EL has a median household income of $63,056. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $311,600, with a median rent of $1,253/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Branch EL

What grades does Spring Branch EL serve?

Spring Branch EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Spring Branch EL?

Spring Branch EL has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Branch EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Branch EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Branch EL rank in TX?

Spring Branch EL is ranked #745 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Spring Branch EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Branch EL has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Spring Branch EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Spring Branch EL has 22.5% math proficiency and 21.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Spring Branch EL a charter school?

No, Spring Branch EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring Branch EL a Title I school?

No, Spring Branch EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Branch EL?

96.2% of students at Spring Branch 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,451/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

SPRING BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
33,407
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,599
District Rank
#5 of 45

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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