Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meadow Wood Elementary School's student population of 657 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadow Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Wood Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#1545 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
61%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Wood Elementary School is ranked #1545 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Meadow Wood Elementary School often compared to?
Meadow Wood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Meadow Wood Elementary School?
657 students attend Meadow Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Meadow Wood Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Wood Elementary School?
Meadow Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadow Wood Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Meadow Wood Elementary School part of?
Meadow Wood Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadow Wood Elementary School located?
Meadow Wood Elementary School is located in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Memorial.
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