Summary
Eiland Elementary is a PK-5 campus in the Klein Independent School District (Isd) serving 564 students in the 77088 area of Houston, and it has achieved a remarkable academic turnaround, earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the 73rd percentile of Texas elementary schools for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a significant improvement from a low point in 2015-2016 when it ranked in the 18th percentile, and the school now stands out for its exceptional ability to support students from low-income backgrounds, ranking in the 92nd percentile for this group. In comparison, nearby Epps Island Elementary ranks in the 59th percentile overall, while Ermel Elementary in Aldine ISD ranks in the 44th percentile, highlighting Eiland's unique upward trajectory.
Eiland's success is driven by several key strengths, including a low student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1, which allows for more personalized instruction, and a strong focus on early literacy, with 3rd-grade reading scores consistently outperforming district and state averages. The school also excels in 5th-grade math, with 69.35% of students proficient in 2025-2026, far exceeding the district average of 58.29% and the state average of 46.24%. This is a notable contrast to Nitsch Elementary, a high-performing school in the same district, which saw a drop in 5th-grade math proficiency to 64.22% in the same year. Additionally, Eiland ranks in the 96th percentile for its Gifted and Talented students, a dramatic improvement from just two years prior.
While Eiland has many strengths, there are areas for growth. The school's 3rd and 4th-grade math scores often lag behind the district, and support for Special Education students has been inconsistent, dropping from the 66th percentile in 2024-2025 to the 33rd percentile in 2025-2026. Students taking the Spanish-language STAAR test also face challenges, with very low proficiency rates. However, with a per-student spending of over $12,000 and a clear focus on data-driven instruction, Eiland is well-positioned to continue its upward trend and address these areas, making it a compelling choice for families seeking a school that is actively closing achievement gaps.
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