Excellent
#410 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 5% in state
Tough EL
Elementary School · CONROE ISD
11660 CRANE BROOK DR, The Woodlands, TX 77382
Enrollment
997
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
997
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#410 of 8,552
In The Woodlands
#3 of 23
public schools
In district
#3 of 61
CONROE ISD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Tough EL
Elementary School in The Woodlands · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tough EL
Tough EL is a public elementary school in The Woodlands, TX, part of CONROE ISD. Tough EL serves approximately 997 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tough EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Tough EL show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Tough EL — Students at Tough EL score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.2%
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
→ 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: 9.3/10.
How Tough EL Compares
See how Tough 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
11660 CRANE BROOK DR, The Woodlands, TX 77382
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tough EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST THE WOODLANDS (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a very similar rating. Another option is CREEKVIEW EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GALATAS EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in The Woodlands, see our The Woodlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DERETCHIN EL The Woodlands | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| BEAR BRANCH INT Magnolia | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| BEAR BRANCH J H Magnolia | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT STERLING RIDGE The Woodlands | 1.9 mi | — |
| BUCKALEW EL The Woodlands | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SST THE WOODLANDS San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| THE WOODLANDS PREPORATORY SCHOOL Tomball | 2.3 mi | — |
| TOM R ELLISOR EL Magnolia | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CEDRIC C SMITH Magnolia | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CREEKVIEW EL The Woodlands | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Tomball | 3.0 mi | — |
| ISCHOOL-CREEKSIDE Lewisville | 3.0 mi | — |
| GALATAS EL The Woodlands | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| THE JOHN COOPER SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| BROOKESMITH ARTEMIS Brookesmith | 3.1 mi | — |
| BEAR BRANCH EL Magnolia | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| CREEKSIDE PARK J H The Woodlands | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT CREEKSIDE PARK The Woodlands | 3.3 mi | — |
| TIMBER CREEK EL The Woodlands | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING Tomball | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,669
Median Home Value
$545,400
Median Rent
$1,867/mo
Population
40,170
College Educated
70.8%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRENTWOOD EL Austin, TX | 8.8 |
| CALDWELL EL Caldwell, TX | 8.8 |
| CAMPBELL EL League City, TX | 8.8 |
| CORNERSTONE EL Sugar Land, TX | 8.8 |
| CREEKVIEW EL The Woodlands, TX | 8.8 |
| JIM SPRADLEY EL Frisco, TX | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tough EL
What grades does Tough EL serve?
Tough EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Tough EL?
Tough EL has an enrollment of approximately 997 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tough EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Tough EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tough EL rank in TX?
Tough EL ranks #410 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Tough EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Tough EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Tough EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tough EL has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tough EL a charter school?
No, Tough EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tough EL a Title I school?
No, Tough EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tough EL?
8.2% of students at Tough 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 997
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.3%
- Phone
- (281) 465-5900
Resources & Links
District
CONROE ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,352
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,349
- District Rank
- #3 of 61
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