Summary:
In zip code 77504 (Pasadena, TX), there are three elementary schools serving grades PK through 4, all part of the Pasadena Independent School District (Isd), which faces significant challenges with a state ranking in the 37th percentile.
Jensen Elementary stands out as the strongest performer in the area, having achieved a 4-star rating in the 2023-2024 school year and currently ranking in the 40th percentile. Its standout feature is a strong bilingual program, with 54.55% of 3rd graders proficient in STAAR Spanish Reading—far exceeding district and state averages. In contrast, Young Elementary is the most challenged school, with a consistent 1-star rating for three years and the highest economic disadvantage rate at 93.76%. Teague Elementary sits in the middle, but has shown a troubling downward trend, dropping from a 3-star to a 2-star rating. All three schools share a universal weakness in math, with no school achieving a 4th-grade math proficiency rate above 41%, well below the state average of 49.28%.
The most concerning takeaway is the universal decline in rankings across all three schools over the past three years, suggesting systemic challenges within the district. While Jensen spends the most per student ($11,263) and performs best, Young spends more than Teague ($10,873 vs. $10,193) but has worse outcomes, indicating that how money is spent—such as on specialized bilingual programs—matters more than the total amount. For parents, Jensen Elementary offers the best overall performance and a strong bilingual option, while Young Elementary requires the most significant support and intervention.
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