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#522 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 6% in state

Walker Station EL

Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD

6200 HOMEWARD WAY BLVD, Sugar Land, TX 77479

Enrollment

776

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#522 of 8,552

In Sugar Land

#4 of 33

public schools

In district

#3 of 78

FORT BEND ISD

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Walker Station EL

8.7/10

Elementary School in Sugar Land · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Walker Station EL

Walker Station EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Walker Station EL serves approximately 776 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker Station EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #522 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Walker Station EL show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+34.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.7 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,520
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Walker Station EL — Students at Walker Station EL score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 87.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 86.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
75.7%
ELA
80.6%
2024
Math
78%
ELA
76%

* 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 Walker Station EL Compares

See how Walker Station EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in TX
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6200 HOMEWARD WAY BLVD, Sugar Land, TX 77479

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walker Station EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COLONY MEADOWS EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CAMBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land 0.5 mi 4.1
NEW TERRITORY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land 0.9 mi 7.2
SARTARTIA MIDDLE Sugar Land 1.1 mi 7.9
CORNERSTONE EL Sugar Land 1.1 mi 8.8
FUSION ACADEMY SUG: SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 1.4 mi 8.1
BRAZOS BEND EL Sugar Land 1.6 mi 7.5
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land 1.8 mi 8.4
MEMORIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land 2.0 mi
MACARIO GARCIA MIDDLE Sugar Land 2.5 mi 7.8
M R WOOD CENTER FOR LEARNING Sugar Land 2.5 mi 5.7
COLONY MEADOWS EL Sugar Land 2.6 mi 8.4
STEPHEN F AUSTIN H S Sugar Land 2.9 mi 7.0
CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land 2.7 mi 7.9
LAKEVIEW MONTESSORI ON THE HILL Sugar Land 2.7 mi
RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land 2.8 mi 7.5
ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL-SUGAR LAND Sugar Land 2.9 mi 7.2
LAKEVIEW EL Sugar Land 2.8 mi 6.2
OYSTER CREEK EL Sugar Land 3.2 mi 7.5
KEMPNER H S Sugar Land 3.2 mi 5.7
SUGAR LAND MIDDLE Sugar Land 3.1 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$162,381

Median Home Value

$462,200

Median Rent

$1,997/mo

Population

92,355

College Educated

68.4%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walker Station EL

What grades does Walker Station EL serve?

Walker Station EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Walker Station EL?

Walker Station EL has an enrollment of approximately 776 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walker Station EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Walker Station EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walker Station EL rank in TX?

Walker Station EL ranks #522 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Walker Station EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Walker Station EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Walker Station EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walker Station EL has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Walker Station EL a charter school?

No, Walker Station EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Walker Station EL a Title I school?

No, Walker Station EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walker Station EL?

22.0% of students at Walker Station 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Fort Bend County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

FORT BEND ISD
District Enrollment
80,206
Schools in District
83
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,520
District Rank
#3 of 78

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