Excellent
#1115 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 13% in state
Step Charter EL
Elementary School · STEP CHARTER SCHOOL
11250 S WILCREST DR, Houston, TX 77099
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,115 of 8,552
In Houston
#61 of 723
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
STEP CHARTER SCHOOL
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Step Charter EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Step Charter EL
Step Charter EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of STEP CHARTER SCHOOL. Step Charter EL serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Step Charter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,115 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Step Charter EL show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Step Charter EL 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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Step Charter EL — Students at Step Charter EL score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
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: 7.8/10.
How Step Charter EL Compares
See how Step Charter EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11250 S WILCREST DR, Houston, TX 77099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Step Charter EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ARROW ACADEMY - LIBERATION ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Meadows Place), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KIPP SHINE PREP (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ARROW ACADEMY - LIBERATION ACADEMY Meadows Place | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| KIPP SHINE PREP Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP HOUSTON H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CUMMINGS EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PHOENIX SCHOOL AT SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| HORN EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| OLLE MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MARIA DEL CARMEN MARTINEZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 1.4 mi | — |
| MEADOWS EL Meadows Place | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BOONE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| BEST EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| BELL EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL (NTI CAREER INSTITUTE) Houston | 1.8 mi | — |
| C FC BILINGUAL ACADEMY Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON Houston | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,735
Median Home Value
$176,800
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
49,271
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUSTIN EL Edinburg, TX | 8.2 |
| AXTELL EL Axtell, TX | 8.2 |
| BRULE EL Navasota, TX | 8.2 |
| DENTON CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lewisville, TX | 8.2 |
| EULA EL Clyde, TX | 8.2 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa, TX | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Step Charter EL
What grades does Step Charter EL serve?
Step Charter EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Step Charter EL?
Step Charter EL has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Step Charter EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Step Charter EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Step Charter EL rank in TX?
Step Charter EL ranks #1,115 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Step Charter EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Step Charter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Step Charter EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Step Charter EL has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Step Charter EL a charter school?
Yes, Step Charter EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Step Charter EL a Title I school?
No, Step Charter EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Step Charter EL?
81.8% of students at Step Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.9%
- Phone
- (281) 988-7797
Resources & Links
District
STEP CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 598
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,687
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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