Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Meador Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meador Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Meador Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meador Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3177 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meador Elementary School's ranking?
Meador Elementary School is ranked #3177 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Meador Elementary School often compared to?
Meador Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlyne & Alan Weber Elementary School, Frazier Elementary School, Moore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Meador Elementary School?
451 students attend Meador Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Meador Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meador Elementary School?
Meador Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meador Elementary School offer ?
Meador Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Meador Elementary School part of?
Meador Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Meador Elementary School located?
Meador Elementary School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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