Excellent
#851 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 10% in state
Step Charter II
Elementary School · STEP CHARTER SCHOOL
11250 S WILCREST, Houston, TX 77099
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#851 of 8,552
In Houston
#44 of 723
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
STEP CHARTER SCHOOL
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Step Charter II
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About Step Charter II
Step Charter II is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of STEP CHARTER SCHOOL. Step Charter II serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Step Charter II has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #851 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Step Charter II show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Step Charter II 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 II — Students at Step Charter II score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Step Charter II Compares
See how Step Charter II performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11250 S WILCREST, Houston, TX 77099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Step Charter II may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEFF ECC (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS BISSONNET EL CAMPUS (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS BISSONNET EL CAMPUS Houston | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SHARPSTOWN H S Houston | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| BONHAM EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SUGAR GROVE ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY WEST EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| NEFF ECC Houston | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| TORAH GIRLS ACADEMY OF TEXAS Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON SOUTHWEST Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| SHARPSTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MILNE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY H S Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ENERGIZED FOR STEM ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| MCNAMARA EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| FONDREN MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| NEFF EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| YES PREP - BRAYS OAKS Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE E EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| TORAH DAY SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ELROD EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
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
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| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land, TX | 8.4 |
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| HEDGCOXE EL Plano, TX | 8.4 |
| HOWE INT Howe, TX | 8.4 |
| JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 8.4 |
| MATHIS INT Mathis, TX | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Step Charter II
What grades does Step Charter II serve?
Step Charter II serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Step Charter II?
Step Charter II has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Step Charter II?
The student-teacher ratio at Step Charter II is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Step Charter II rank in TX?
Step Charter II ranks #851 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Step Charter II's MySchoolScout rating?
Step Charter II has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 II?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Step Charter II has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Step Charter II a charter school?
Yes, Step Charter II is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Step Charter II a Title I school?
No, Step Charter II is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Step Charter II?
95.4% of students at Step Charter II 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
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.8%
- Phone
- (281) 988-7797
Resources & Links
District
STEP CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 598
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,687
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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