Average
#3808 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 45% in state
Thomas Hancock EL
Elementary School · PASADENA ISD
9604 MINNESOTA ST, Houston, TX 77075
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,808 of 8,552
In Houston
#223 of 723
public schools
In district
#19 of 66
PASADENA ISD
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Thomas Hancock EL
Thomas Hancock EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. Thomas Hancock EL serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Hancock EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,808 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Hancock EL show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thomas Hancock EL 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.
31% of students at Thomas Hancock EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Thomas Hancock EL — Students at Thomas Hancock EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
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
↓ 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: 9.0/10.
How Thomas Hancock EL Compares
See how Thomas Hancock EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9604 MINNESOTA ST, Houston, TX 77075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Hancock EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAURA WELCH BUSH EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES EL (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MEADOR EL (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES MIDDLE Houston | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES OREM H S Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| GARFIELD EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| JESSUP EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PREMIER H S - HOUSTON - HOBBY Lewisville | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| FREEMAN EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| LAURA WELCH BUSH EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| RICK SCHNEIDER MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MEADOR EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MORRIS MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ATKINSON EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BEVERLY HILLS INT Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON INT So Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MATTHYS EL South Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| PEARL HALL EL So Houston | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON HOBBY Dallas | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,509
Median Home Value
$219,900
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
41,012
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Hancock EL
What grades does Thomas Hancock EL serve?
Thomas Hancock EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Thomas Hancock EL?
Thomas Hancock EL has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Hancock EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Hancock EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Hancock EL rank in TX?
Thomas Hancock EL ranks #3,808 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Thomas Hancock EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Hancock EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Thomas Hancock EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Hancock EL has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Thomas Hancock EL a charter school?
No, Thomas Hancock EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Hancock EL a Title I school?
No, Thomas Hancock EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Hancock EL?
89.4% of students at Thomas Hancock 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (713) 740-5430
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #19 of 66
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