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#693 of 884 private schools in TX

Yellowstone Academy

Elementary School

3000 TRULLEY ST, Houston, TX 77004

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Houston

#84 of 104

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#330 of 436

About Yellowstone Academy

Yellowstone Academy is a public elementary school located in the heart of Houston, Texas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Yellowstone Academy has an enrollment of 189 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 with 13 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 5.5 out of 10, reflecting its state ranking at #802 out of 884 schools in Texas.

With no test score data available, the focus seems to be more on student development and growth rather than strictly academic performance. Yellowstone Academy is situated in a bustling urban environment where students are immersed in a diverse community that offers many opportunities for learning beyond the classroom. The school's setting provides a rich backdrop of cultural and social experiences that complement its educational offerings.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 189 students, Yellowstone Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Yellowstone Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$106,182
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$48,829
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.46x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
0%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$6.4M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 189 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Yellowstone Academy compares to 490 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
189
This School
vs
589
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 84.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.7% vs 0%
Yellowstone Academy Houston Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Yellowstone Academy (this school) 5.3
ELEVATE COLLEGIATE 5.3
BLACKSHEAR EL 8.1
LANTRIP EL 4.3
CAGE EL 4.1
LOCKHART EL 5.4
THE LAWSON ACADEMY 4.9
MACGREGOR EL 6.5
COMMUNITY SERVICES-SEC 6.6
RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL 3.1
ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL 7.1
KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY 4.0
KIPP EXPLORE ACADEMY 2.5
GREGORY-LINCOLN ED CTR 6.1
BRUCE EL 6.0
LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR 3.9
THOMPSON EL 6.0
HENDERSON J EL 7.7
BURNET EL 4.1
WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY 5.2
PECK EL 6.3

Showing 20 of 490 schools. View all schools in Houston

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,388.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 189
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 84.1%
Two or More 12.2%
Hispanic 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3000 TRULLEY ST, Houston, TX 77004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yellowstone Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLACKSHEAR EL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LOCKHART EL (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
YELLOWSTONE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston 0.0 mi 7.1
H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE Houston 0.5 mi 6.7
BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN Houston 0.5 mi 6.2
BLACKSHEAR EL Houston 0.7 mi 8.1
A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY Houston 0.7 mi 7.1
ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston 0.7 mi 5.3
YATES H S Houston 0.9 mi 7.5
HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston 0.9 mi 6.7
INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY Houston 1.3 mi 8.2
BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE BIOTECH ACADEMY AT RUSK Houston 1.3 mi 7.1
YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY Houston 1.2 mi 6.7
M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 1.4 mi
KINDER H S FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Houston 1.4 mi 8.7
HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM Houston 1.2 mi 7.0
LANTRIP EL Houston 1.3 mi 4.3
SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRN Houston 1.5 mi
ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 1.5 mi 5.4
CAGE EL Houston 1.3 mi 4.1
PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 6.5
LOCKHART EL Houston 1.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,901

Median Home Value

$384,100

Median Rent

$1,320/mo

Population

35,866

College Educated

57.1%

Homeownership

37.7%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

29.7%

Median Age

33.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Yellowstone Academy has a median household income of $65,901. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $384,100, with a median rent of $1,320/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
AUSTIN DISCOVERY SCH Austin, TX 5.3
ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston, TX 5.3
HAPPY EL Happy, TX 5.3
IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - HUMBLE Lewisville, TX 5.3
LAGO VISTA INT Lago Vista, TX 5.3
LEGGETT EL Leggett, TX 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yellowstone Academy

What grades does Yellowstone Academy serve?

Yellowstone Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Yellowstone Academy?

Yellowstone Academy has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Yellowstone Academy rank in TX?

Yellowstone Academy is ranked #693 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is Yellowstone Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Yellowstone Academy has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Yellowstone Academy a private school?

Yes, Yellowstone Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Yellowstone Academy a religious school?

Yellowstone Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,451/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
189
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large City
County
HARRIS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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