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Yeager EL

Elementary School · CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

13615 CHAMPION FOREST DR, Houston, TX 77069

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

791

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,636 of 8,552

In Houston

#627 of 723

public schools

In district

#84 of 88

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD

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Yeager EL

3.9/10

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

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About Yeager EL

Yeager EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD. Yeager EL serves approximately 791 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeager EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,636 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Yeager EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,693
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Yeager EL — Students at Yeager EL score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (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
93%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
19.5%
ELA
46.8%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
46%

* 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 Yeager EL Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
11th percentile in TX
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

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

13615 CHAMPION FOREST DR, Houston, TX 77069

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yeager EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KAISER EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. Another option is THEISS EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MITTELSTADT EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Spring 1.3 mi
THE BANFF SCHOOL Houston 1.3 mi 7.3
MITTELSTADT EL Klein 1.7 mi 6.9
EDWIN M WELLS MIDDLE Houston 1.6 mi 4.4
GREENWOOD FOREST EL Klein 1.7 mi 6.0
THE GREENWOOD PRESCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi
K E KAUFMAN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Klein 1.9 mi 4.9
BRILL EL Klein 1.7 mi 6.7
PAT REYNOLDS EL Houston 1.7 mi 4.6
WUNDERLICH INT Klein 1.8 mi 5.4
KLEB INT Klein 2.1 mi 6.0
KLEIN FOREST H S Klein 2.0 mi 4.2
KLEIN H S Klein 2.2 mi 7.0
KAISER EL Klein 2.0 mi 7.4
KLENK EL Klein 2.3 mi 5.4
HANCOCK EL Houston 2.2 mi 4.2
SST CHAMPIONS San Antonio 2.4 mi 6.3
BENEKE EL Houston 2.4 mi 6.6
THEISS EL Klein 2.8 mi 7.0
PREMIER H S-HOUSTON (CHAMPIONS) Lewisville 2.5 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,599

Median Home Value

$320,200

Median Rent

$1,487/mo

Population

20,935

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

62.7%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

34.7

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BARBARA WALKER EL Crandall, TX 3.9
CLIFT EL Waxahachie, TX 3.9
CONVERSE EL Converse, TX 3.9
CROCKETT EL Marshall, TX 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yeager EL

What grades does Yeager EL serve?

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

How many students attend Yeager EL?

Yeager EL has an enrollment of approximately 791 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeager EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Yeager EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Yeager EL rank in TX?

Yeager EL ranks #7,636 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Yeager EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeager EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Yeager EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yeager EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Yeager EL a charter school?

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

Is Yeager EL a Title I school?

No, Yeager EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

73.8% of students at Yeager 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

District

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS ISD
District Enrollment
118,470
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,693
District Rank
#84 of 88

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