Very Good
#209 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 24% of private schools
Trafton Academy
Elementary School
4711 MCDERMED DR, Houston, TX 77035
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#209 of 883
In Houston
#34 of 104
public schools
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Trafton Academy
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Trafton Academy
Trafton Academy is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. Trafton Academy serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Trafton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Trafton Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Trafton Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Trafton Academy compares to 642 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trafton Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| RED EL | 7.6 |
| VARNETT CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| MEYERLAND MIDDLE | 6.5 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INGENUITY-HOUSTON | 6.7 |
| SHEARN EL | 2.3 |
| LOVETT EL | 8.6 |
| HARMONY VIRTUAL ACADEMY | — |
| PARKER EL | 8.1 |
| LONGFELLOW EL | 4.8 |
| HEROD EL | 6.1 |
| ANDERSON EL | 4.0 |
| TWAIN EL | 8.5 |
| HOBBY EL | 4.8 |
| PERSHING MIDDLE | 6.1 |
| ALIEF ISD J J A E P | — |
| EXCEL ACADEMY (MURWORTH) | — |
| HARRIS CO J J A E P | — |
| MEYERPARK EL | 5.5 |
| TINSLEY EL | 5.7 |
| BRAEBURN EL | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 642 schools. View all schools in Houston
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4711 MCDERMED DR, Houston, TX 77035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trafton Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOVETT EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HORN EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARKER EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| VARNETT CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MEYERLAND MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INGENUITY-HOUSTON Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SHEARN EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 2.3 |
| LOVETT EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| BETH YESHURUN DAY SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| THE EMERY/WEINER SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THE EMERY/WEINER CENTER FOR JEWISH EDUCATION Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| THE IMANI SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| HARMONY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE'S MONTESSORI Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| HORN EL Bellaire | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| BELLAIRE H S Bellaire | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PARKER EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| WESTBURY H S Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| LONGFELLOW EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| THE SHLENKER SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,691
Median Home Value
$259,800
Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Population
34,849
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALCOTT EL Houston, TX | 7.3 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO EL Alice, TX | 7.3 |
| BUSHLAND EL Bushland, TX | 7.3 |
| CAYUGA EL Cayuga, TX | 7.3 |
| CLYDE INT Clyde, TX | 7.3 |
| DALLAS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trafton Academy
What grades does Trafton Academy serve?
Trafton Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Trafton Academy?
Trafton Academy has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trafton Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Trafton Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Trafton Academy rank in TX?
Trafton Academy ranks #209 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Trafton Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Trafton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Trafton Academy a private school?
Yes, Trafton Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Trafton Academy a religious school?
No, Trafton Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 723-3732
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