Needs Improvement
#8300 of 8,552 schools in TX
Young EL
Elementary School · PASADENA ISD
4221 FOX MEADOW LN, Pasadena, TX 77504
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,300 of 8,552
In Pasadena
#44 of 44
public schools
In district
#66 of 66
PASADENA ISD
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Young EL
Young EL is a public elementary school in Pasadena, TX, part of PASADENA ISD. Young EL serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Young EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,300 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Young EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Young EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Young EL — Students at Young EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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: 1.5/10.
How Young EL Compares
See how Young 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
4221 FOX MEADOW LN, Pasadena, TX 77504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHEAST EL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Another option is JENSEN EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEAGUE EL (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILLER INT Pasadena | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| SOUTHEAST EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| YES PREP - SOUTHEAST Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON H S So Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| DARUL ARQAM SOUTHEAST Houston | 1.1 mi | — |
| TEAGUE EL Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| TEGELER CAREER CENTER Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PEARL HALL EL So Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PASADENA MEMORIAL H S Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BAILEY EL Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| GENOA EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| PARK VIEW INT Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JENSEN EL Pasadena | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MARSHALL KENDRICK MIDDLE Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| FISHER EL Pasadena | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| L F SMITH EL So Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| CARTER LOMAX MIDDLE Pasadena | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| DR KIRK LEWIS CAREER AND TECHNICAL H S Houston | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,784
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
25,758
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
32.1
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| CHERRY EL Bay City, TX | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young EL
What grades does Young EL serve?
Young EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Young EL?
Young EL has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Young EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young EL rank in TX?
Young EL ranks #8,300 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Young EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Young EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Young EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Young EL a charter school?
No, Young EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young EL a Title I school?
No, Young EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young EL?
92.4% of students at Young 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (713) 740-0784
Resources & Links
District
PASADENA ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,486
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,787
- District Rank
- #66 of 66
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