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#2913 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 34% in state

Windsor Village EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

14440 POLO ST, Houston, TX 77085

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

638

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,913 of 8,552

In Houston

#162 of 723

public schools

In district

#70 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Windsor Village EL

7.2/10

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

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About Windsor Village EL

Windsor Village EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Windsor Village EL serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Windsor Village EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,913 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Windsor Village EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Windsor Village EL — Students at Windsor Village EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (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
87%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
57.3%
ELA
58.8%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
57%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Windsor Village EL Compares

See how Windsor Village EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in TX
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

14440 POLO ST, Houston, TX 77085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windsor Village EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIDGEMONT EARLY LITERACY CENTER (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ACCELERATED INTERDISCIPLINARY ACAD (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, REAGAN K-8 EDUCATIONAL CTR (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HINES-CALDWELL Houston 0.6 mi 5.2
GRISSOM EL Houston 1.0 mi 3.9
LAWSON MIDDLE Houston 1.1 mi 6.5
REAGAN K-8 EDUCATIONAL CTR Houston 1.2 mi 6.0
RIDGEGATE EL Houston 1.5 mi 5.3
ACCELERATED INT CHARTER SCHOOL Houston 1.6 mi
ACCELERATED INTERDISCIPLINARY ACAD Houston 1.6 mi 6.1
MEYERPARK EL Houston 1.7 mi 5.5
KIPP MOSAIC ACADEMY SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 6.6
KIPP MOSAIC PRI Houston 1.7 mi 3.2
FONDREN EL Houston 1.8 mi 5.6
RIDGEMONT EARLY LITERACY CENTER Houston 2.0 mi 6.2
THE IMANI SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 5.3
YES PREP - SOUTHWEST Houston 1.9 mi 6.8
RIDGEMONT EL Houston 2.1 mi 5.9
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE Houston 2.1 mi 3.0
R D S P D Houston 2.0 mi 3.3
WILLOWRIDGE H S Houston 2.3 mi 4.3
WESTBURY H S Houston 2.3 mi 5.3
MONTGOMERY EL Houston 2.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,651

Median Home Value

$174,000

Median Rent

$1,431/mo

Population

16,947

College Educated

15.6%

Homeownership

63.7%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windsor Village EL

What grades does Windsor Village EL serve?

Windsor Village EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Windsor Village EL?

Windsor Village EL has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Windsor Village EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Windsor Village EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windsor Village EL rank in TX?

Windsor Village EL ranks #2,913 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Windsor Village EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Windsor Village EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Windsor Village EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windsor Village EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Windsor Village EL a charter school?

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

Is Windsor Village EL a Title I school?

No, Windsor Village EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windsor Village EL?

97.3% of students at Windsor Village 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#70 of 272

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