Serving 643 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colony Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colony Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Colony Meadows Elementary School's student population of 643 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colony Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colony Meadows Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
50%
5%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
23%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colony Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Colony Meadows Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Colony Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Colony Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Commonwealth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Colony Meadows Elementary School?
643 students attend Colony Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Colony Meadows Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colony Meadows Elementary School?
Colony Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colony Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Colony Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Colony Meadows Elementary School part of?
Colony Meadows Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Colony Meadows Elementary School located?
Colony Meadows Elementary School is located in the Colony Meadows neighborhood of Sugar Land, TX.
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