Very Good
#162 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 18% of private schools
St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School
8100 ROOS RD, Houston, TX 77036
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#162 of 883
In Houston
#27 of 104
public schools
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St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Francis De Sales School
St Francis De Sales School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. St Francis De Sales School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Francis De Sales School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Francis De Sales School compares to 642 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis De Sales School (this school) | 7.4 |
| NEFF ECC | 9.0 |
| SHARPSTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| NEFF EL | 4.2 |
| WHITE E EL | 3.9 |
| BONHAM EL | 5.3 |
| SUGAR GROVE ACADEMY | 6.7 |
| ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY MIDDLE | 4.5 |
| STEP CHARTER II | 8.4 |
| SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS BISSONNET EL CAMPUS | 6.9 |
| BUSH EL | 4.7 |
| SUTTON EL | 5.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI | 8.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY | 4.1 |
| PINEY POINT EL | 4.0 |
| COLLINS EL | 5.7 |
| MCNAMARA EL | 5.9 |
| ETOILE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| KIPP SHARPSTOWN COLLEGE PREP | 8.1 |
| YES PREP - WEST | 5.2 |
| LAS AMERICAS | 5.3 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8100 ROOS RD, Houston, TX 77036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEFF ECC (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STEP CHARTER II (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEFF ECC Houston | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| SHARPSTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Houston | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| NEFF EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| STRAKE JESUIT COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| WHITE E EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| BONHAM EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SHARPSTOWN H S Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| SUGAR GROVE ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| STEP CHARTER II Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS BISSONNET EL CAMPUS Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PINEY POINT EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| BUSH EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SUTTON EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| EMERSON EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,853
Median Home Value
$217,400
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
71,036
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
17.6%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
28%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales School
What grades does St Francis De Sales School serve?
St Francis De Sales School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales School?
St Francis De Sales School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales School rank in TX?
St Francis De Sales School ranks #162 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Francis De Sales School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis De Sales School a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Francis De Sales School a religious school?
St Francis De Sales School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 774-4447
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