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#5966 of 8,552 schools in TX
Townewest EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
13927 OLD RICHMOND RD, Sugar Land, TX 77498
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,966 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#31 of 33
public schools
In district
#58 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Townewest EL
Elementary School in Sugar Land · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Townewest EL
Townewest EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Townewest EL serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Townewest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,966 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Townewest EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Townewest EL — Students at Townewest EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
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
↓ 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: 4.0/10.
How Townewest EL Compares
See how Townewest 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
13927 OLD RICHMOND RD, Sugar Land, TX 77498
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Townewest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP UNITY PRI (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BARRINGTON PLACE EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| KIPP JOURNEY PRI Sugarland | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP JOURNEY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Sugarland | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| HICKS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ARIZONA FLEMING EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| KIPP ACADEMY WEST Sugarland | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| KERR H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP UNITY PRI Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| TAYLOR H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| RITA DRABEK EL Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| KING'S ACADEMY Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| LIESTMAN EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| KIDS R KIDS NO. 25 SUGARLAND Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | — |
| KIDS R KIDS SUGAR LAND #25 TX Sugar Land | 1.7 mi | — |
| ALEXANDER EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLUB MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| KILLOUGH MIDDLE Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| KENNEDY EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| BARRINGTON PLACE EL Sugar Land | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77498 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,394
Median Home Value
$281,600
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
53,092
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Townewest EL
What grades does Townewest EL serve?
Townewest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Townewest EL?
Townewest EL has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Townewest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Townewest EL is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Townewest EL rank in TX?
Townewest EL ranks #5,966 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Townewest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Townewest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Townewest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Townewest EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Townewest EL a charter school?
No, Townewest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Townewest EL a Title I school?
No, Townewest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Townewest EL?
86.4% of students at Townewest 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (281) 634-4480
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #58 of 78
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