Average
#4875 of 8,552 schools in TX
Wainwright EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
5330 MILWEE ST, Houston, TX 77092
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,875 of 8,552
In Houston
#325 of 723
public schools
In district
#124 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Wainwright EL
Wainwright EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Wainwright EL serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Wainwright EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,875 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Wainwright EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Wainwright 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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Wainwright EL — Students at Wainwright EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 4.6/10.
How Wainwright EL Compares
See how Wainwright 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
5330 MILWEE ST, Houston, TX 77092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wainwright EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE REGIS SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGECREST EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCARBOROUGH H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| KIPP NEXUS PRI Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP NEXUS MIDDLE Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MEMORIAL HALL SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | — |
| BENBROOK EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS MANGUM EL CAMPUS Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| TREASURE FOREST EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| HOUSMAN EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| THE LION LANE SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| STEVENS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SOAR CTR Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| THE GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| RIDGECREST EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| YES PREP - WHITE OAK Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| THE REGIS SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,741
Median Home Value
$222,800
Median Rent
$1,228/mo
Population
36,185
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
33.4
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| BALLINGER EL Ballinger, TX | 6.0 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Houston, TX | 6.0 |
| BLANTON EL Odessa, TX | 6.0 |
| BOONE EL Austin, TX | 6.0 |
| BOYD EL Boyd, TX | 6.0 |
| CENTER EL Center, TX | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wainwright EL
What grades does Wainwright EL serve?
Wainwright EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wainwright EL?
Wainwright EL has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wainwright EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Wainwright EL is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wainwright EL rank in TX?
Wainwright EL ranks #4,875 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wainwright EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Wainwright EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Wainwright EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wainwright EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wainwright EL a charter school?
No, Wainwright EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wainwright EL a Title I school?
No, Wainwright EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wainwright EL?
90.9% of students at Wainwright 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
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (713) 613-2550
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #124 of 272
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