Needs Improvement
#7847 of 8,552 schools in TX
Whispering Pines EL
Elementary School · HUMBLE ISD
17321 WOODLAND HILLS DR, Humble, TX 77346
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,847 of 8,552
In Humble
#32 of 36
public schools
In district
#45 of 47
HUMBLE ISD
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Whispering Pines EL
Elementary School in Humble · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Whispering Pines EL
Whispering Pines EL is a public elementary school in Humble, TX, part of HUMBLE ISD. Whispering Pines EL serves approximately 650 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whispering Pines EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,847 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Whispering Pines EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Whispering Pines EL — Students at Whispering Pines EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
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: 2.4/10.
How Whispering Pines EL Compares
See how Whispering Pines 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
17321 WOODLAND HILLS DR, Humble, TX 77346
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whispering Pines EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROVES EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTENNIAL EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAGLE SPRINGS EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Humble, see our Humble schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUMBLE MIDDLE Humble | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAGLE SPRINGS Humble | 1.6 mi | — |
| TIMBERWOOD MIDDLE Humble | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| EAGLE SPRINGS EL Humble | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HUMBLE COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER Humble | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| WEST LAKE MIDDLE Humble | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| AUTUMN RIDGE MIDDLE Humble | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| LAKELAND EL Humble | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ATASCOCITA SPRINGS EL Humble | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| RIVER PINES EL Humble | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| GROVES EL Humble | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| RIDGE CREEK EL Humble | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| GUY M SCONZO EARLY COLLEGE H S Humble | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HUMBLE H S Humble | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ROSS STERLING MIDDLE Humble | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CENTENNIAL EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ATASCOCITA H S Humble | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| OAKS EL Humble | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| WOODCREEK MIDDLE Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| OAK FOREST EL Humble | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,658
Median Home Value
$291,200
Median Rent
$1,770/mo
Population
75,577
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whispering Pines EL
What grades does Whispering Pines EL serve?
Whispering Pines EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Whispering Pines EL?
Whispering Pines EL has an enrollment of approximately 650 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whispering Pines EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Whispering Pines EL is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whispering Pines EL rank in TX?
Whispering Pines EL ranks #7,847 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Whispering Pines EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Whispering Pines EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Whispering Pines EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whispering Pines EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whispering Pines EL a charter school?
No, Whispering Pines EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whispering Pines EL a Title I school?
No, Whispering Pines EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whispering Pines EL?
79.8% of students at Whispering Pines 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
- 650
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (281) 641-2500
Resources & Links
District
HUMBLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 48,552
- Schools in District
- 50
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,763
- District Rank
- #45 of 47
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