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#746 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 9% in state

Terrace EL

Elementary School · SPRING BRANCH ISD

10400 ROTHBURY, Houston, TX 77043

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

387

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Houston

#12 of 723

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#411 of 4,678

In district

#6 of 45

SPRING BRANCH ISD

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Terrace EL

Terrace EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of the SPRING BRANCH ISD. The school serves approximately 387 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1. 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 35% proficiency in math and 35% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,017, where 43% 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 Progress9.6Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Overall Proficiency37%
Expected (poverty-adj.)32%
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.6Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,199

Terrace EL — Students at Terrace EL score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 34.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.5%
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
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Terrace EL Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
6.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers

Location

10400 ROTHBURY, Houston, TX 77043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Terrace EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRING BRANCH EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BUFFALO CREEK EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ILM ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SPRING OAKS MIDDLE Houston 0.6 mi 7.9
SPRING WOODS H S Houston 0.6 mi 7.3
THE TIGER TRAIL SCHOOL Houston 0.7 mi 5.1
HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Houston 0.7 mi 7.0
WESTWOOD EL Houston 0.8 mi 5.8
NORTHBROOK MIDDLE Houston 0.9 mi 5.6
SPRING SHADOWS EL Houston 1.0 mi 6.2
PINE SHADOWS EL Houston 1.1 mi 6.6
WESTVIEW SCHOOL Houston 1.1 mi 7.7
NORTHBROOK H S Houston 1.1 mi 7.0
SPRING WOODS MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 7.2
THE PARISH SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi 7.1
BUFFALO CREEK EL Houston 1.6 mi 8.0
SHADOW OAKS EL Houston 1.9 mi 7.6
ILM ACADEMY Houston 2.1 mi 7.9
THE HUB HOUSTON INC. Houston 2.0 mi
WOODVIEW EL Houston 2.2 mi 7.8
SHERWOOD EL Houston 2.3 mi 6.7
ST JEROME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 2.3 mi 7.2
SPRING BRANCH EL Houston 2.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,017

Median Home Value

$382,800

Median Rent

$1,417/mo

Population

26,343

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Terrace EL has a median household income of $75,017. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $382,800, with a median rent of $1,417/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX 8.3
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ANN WHITNEY EL Hamilton, TX 8.3
BROOKHOLLOW EL Lufkin, TX 8.3
CENTRAL EL Palacios, TX 8.3
COUPLAND EL Coupland, TX 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Terrace EL

What grades does Terrace EL serve?

Terrace EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Terrace EL?

Terrace EL has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Terrace EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Terrace EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Terrace EL rank in TX?

Terrace EL is ranked #746 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Terrace EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Terrace 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 Terrace EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Terrace EL has 34.5% math proficiency and 34.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Terrace EL a charter school?

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

Is Terrace EL a Title I school?

No, Terrace EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

75.2% of students at Terrace 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
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 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
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
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
#6 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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