Below Average
#7025 of 8,552 schools in TX
Texas Connections Academy at Houston
School · HOUSTON ISD
10550 RICHMOND AVE HOUSTON TX 140, Houston, TX 77042
Enrollment
8,332
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
4.5
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
8,332
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
4.5
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,025 of 8,552
In Houston
#563 of 723
public schools
In district
#214 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Texas Connections Academy at Houston
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About Texas Connections Academy at Houston
Texas Connections Academy at Houston is a public school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Texas Connections Academy at Houston serves approximately 8,332 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Texas Connections Academy at Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,025 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Texas Connections Academy at Houston show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Texas Connections Academy at Houston is a large school: 8,332 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Texas Connections Academy at Houston sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Texas Connections Academy at Houston runs 30:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Texas Connections Academy at Houston — Students at Texas Connections Academy at Houston score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
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: 7.4/10.
How Texas Connections Academy at Houston Compares
See how Texas Connections Academy at Houston performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10550 RICHMOND AVE HOUSTON TX 140, Houston, TX 77042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Texas Connections Academy at Houston may also want to explore other schools in the area. RIVER OAKS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUA XIA CHINESE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVER OAKS ACADEMY Houston | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| WESTCHASE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MOLO BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 0.6 mi | — |
| GRACE SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ALIEF EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| YES PREP - WEST Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| SNEED EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| HUA XIA CHINESE SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| COLLINS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| WALNUT BEND EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| REVERE MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| THE TENNEY SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CHANCELLOR EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ASKEW EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| EMERSON EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| OWENS INT Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BUSH EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (6-12) Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (K-6) Houston | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,745
Median Home Value
$371,300
Median Rent
$1,287/mo
Population
40,725
College Educated
44.5%
Homeownership
25.7%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
34.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Texas Connections Academy at Houston
What grades does Texas Connections Academy at Houston serve?
Texas Connections Academy at Houston serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Texas Connections Academy at Houston?
Texas Connections Academy at Houston has an enrollment of approximately 8,332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Texas Connections Academy at Houston?
The student-teacher ratio at Texas Connections Academy at Houston is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Texas Connections Academy at Houston rank in TX?
Texas Connections Academy at Houston ranks #7,025 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Texas Connections Academy at Houston's MySchoolScout rating?
Texas Connections Academy at Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Texas Connections Academy at Houston?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Texas Connections Academy at Houston has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Texas Connections Academy at Houston a charter school?
Yes, Texas Connections Academy at Houston is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Texas Connections Academy at Houston a Title I school?
No, Texas Connections Academy at Houston is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8,332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 278
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 661-8293
- 4-Year Graduation
- 78.0%
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #214 of 272
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