Summary:
This analysis examines seven elementary schools in zip code 77011 of Houston, Texas, serving grades PK-5 within the Houston Independent School District (Isd) and the Bakerripley Community Schools district, where nearly all students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Franklin Elementary stands out as the top performer, ranking in the 60th percentile statewide for 2025-2026—a remarkable jump from the 29th percentile the prior year. It boasts the lowest student-teacher ratio (12.8:1) among HISD schools and strong math scores, with 74% of 4th graders proficient in math, far exceeding state averages. Briscoe Elementary excels in STEM, with 5th graders achieving 78% proficiency in math and 39% in science, both well above state benchmarks. In contrast, Ripley House Charter School struggles significantly, ranking in the 17th percentile despite having the highest per-student spending ($12,388). Other schools like Tijerina Elementary and Gallegos Elementary show mixed results, with some grade levels performing well while others lag behind.
A key finding is that students taking the STAAR math test in Spanish often outperform their English-testing peers, as seen at Tijerina where 93% of Spanish-testing 3rd graders were proficient versus 62% in English. However, science remains a universal weakness across the zip code, with only Briscoe exceeding the state average. Spending does not guarantee success, as Franklin achieves strong results with mid-range spending ($11,413), while Ripley House underperforms despite higher funding. These insights highlight that school leadership and targeted programs matter more than resources alone in this high-poverty area.
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