Park Place Elementary

Summary:

Park Place Elementary is a public elementary school in Houston, Texas, serving 735 students in grades PK-5 and part of the Houston Independent School District.

Park Place Elementary has a unique student population, with a significantly higher percentage of Hispanic (78.64%) and Asian (15.92%) students compared to nearby schools. Academically, the school generally outperforms the district and state averages, particularly in mathematics, with 59.23% of 5th-grade students proficient or better on the STAAR test, compared to 48.48% for the district and 48.96% for the state. The school's English Language Learner (ELL) students also perform exceptionally well, ranking in the top 18% of Texas elementary schools for ELL student performance in 2020-2021. However, the school faces challenges, with a concerning trend of declining performance, especially in reading, and uneven performance across different student subgroups, such as its gifted and talented and special education students.

When compared to nearby schools, Park Place Elementary generally outperforms other district-run public schools like Cornelius Elementary, Southmayd Elementary, and Bonner Elementary in both academic achievement and student growth. However, it lags behind the high-performing Houston Gateway Academy, a charter school ranked in the top 15% of Texas elementary schools.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 8235 Park Pl Blvd
       Houston, TX  77017-3104


(713) 845-7458

District: Houston Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
1893rd of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,476 Help


Students who attend Park Place Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Ortiz Middle
High:    Chavez High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.7 Help
Number of students:  705

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
78.7%
Asian:
15.7%
African American:
4.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  95.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Park Place Elementary ranks better than 59.5% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 51st among 170 ranked elementary schools in the Houston Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 54.53. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (78.7%), Asian (15.7%), African American (4.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 95.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Park Place Elementary is 16.7. 119 elementary schools in the Houston Independent School District (Isd) have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Park Place Elementary is $9,476. 151 elementary schools in the Houston Independent School District (Isd) spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Park Place Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Park Place Elementary 1893rd of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Park Place Elementary in the ranking list.)

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English Language Learner students:
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Houston Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Houston Independent School District (Isd) 572nd of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Park Place Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 15.15 3279th 3465 5.4%
2005 20.99 3142nd 3475 9.6%
2006 21.60 3117th 3476 10.3%
2007 27.42 3166th 3724 15.0%
2008 62.41 1507th 3768 60.0%
2009 60.71 1659th 3884 57.3%
2010 64.22 1501st 3937 61.9%
2011 77.26 672nd 4095 83.6%
2012 81.10 600th 4206 85.7%
2013 73.69 982nd 4221 76.7%
2014 80.58 688th 4260 83.8%
2015 71.15 1211th 4320 72.0%
2016 82.42 620th 4286 85.5%
2017 86.37 494th 4329 88.6%
2018 83.44 575th 4359 86.8%
2019 74.54 890th 4479 80.1%
2021 56.33 1708th 4578 62.7%
2022 55.57 1838th 4581 59.9%
2023 48.77 2248th 4647 51.6%
2024 54.53 1893rd 4675 59.5%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.31 78th 3226 97.6%
2019 74.19 479th 3333 85.6%
2021 80.23 337th 3446 90.2%
2022 77.65 425th 3487 87.8%
2023 72.35 632nd 3556 82.2%
2024 72.77 663rd 3638 81.8%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 18.90 3327th 3558 6.5%
2019 23.08 3295th 3684 10.6%
2021 42.74 1835th 3799 51.7%
2022 39.17 2334th 3952 40.9%
2023 43.76 2031st 4086 50.3%
2024 53.33 1677th 4261 60.6%
See the entire list of Best Texas Elementary Schools for Special Education Students!

Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.40 112th 4264 97.4%
2019 84.10 294th 4309 93.2%
2021 67.04 1016th 4451 77.2%
2022 66.19 1102nd 4477 75.4%
2023 58.62 1615th 4521 64.3%
2024 68.64 992nd 4560 78.2%
See the entire list of Best Texas Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.10 591st 4306 86.3%
2019 70.95 972nd 4348 77.6%
2021 54.74 1764th 4499 60.8%
2022 49.04 2217th 4561 51.4%
2023 43.11 2598th 4588 43.4%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.11 1497th 3106 51.8%
2019 42.74 2302nd 3184 27.7%
2021 35.28 2205th 3006 26.6%
2022 38.75 2247th 2958 24.0%
2023 24.14 2665th 2980 10.6%
See the entire list of Best Texas Elementary Schools for Gifted and Talented Students!

Rank History for At Risk students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 94.19 84th 4240 98.0%
2019 77.53 506th 4295 88.2%
2021 84.91 267th 4331 93.8%
2022 74.15 646th 4461 85.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 83.06 565th 4319 86.9%
2019 75.51 797th 4357 81.7%
2021 55.55 1710th 4498 62.0%
2022 59.74 1611th 4563 64.7%
2023 52.70 1990th 4585 56.6%
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Rank History for Asian students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 59.96 411th 1005 59.1%
2019 53.38 514th 1009 49.1%
2021 31.72 726th 967 24.9%
2022 32.68 757th 957 20.9%
2023 46.53 638th 1015 37.1%
2024 51.55 596th 1035 42.4%
See the entire list of Best Texas Elementary Schools for Asian Students!

Rank History for African American students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.69 159th 2483 93.6%
2023 40.90 1424th 2443 41.7%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Park Place Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.74 432nd 4168 89.6%
2019 74.97 651st 4188 84.5%
2021 58.59 1422nd 4329 67.2%
2022 56.15 1691st 4376 61.4%
2023 43.78 2508th 4401 43.0%
2024 59.36 1493rd 4431 66.3%
See the entire list of Best Texas Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Park Place Elementary Test Scores
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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Reviews:
by a teacher
Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Open Quote This is by far the best school to work at. The administration is so supportive and helpful and the school climate is like a family. I am glad that after 8 years being overseas, I could return to the very same school to teach again. The community is just awsome. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Park Place Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 78 124 41 626 n/a n/a n/a 0 869
1989 90 99 58 665 0 n/a n/a 0 912
1990 77 85 66 677 0 n/a n/a 0 905
1991 65 76 89 703 0 n/a n/a 0 933
1992 65 55 119 697 0 n/a n/a 0 936
1993 48 25 94 494 0 n/a n/a 0 661
1994 34 27 125 492 0 n/a n/a 0 678
1995 32 20 123 505 1 n/a n/a 0 681
1996 32 20 123 505 1 n/a n/a 0 681
1997 23 17 132 509 0 n/a n/a 0 681
1998 23 18 139 508 0 n/a n/a 0 688
1999 24 18 137 587 0 n/a n/a 0 766
2000 14 13 129 567 0 n/a n/a 0 723
2001 12 15 134 561 0 n/a n/a 0 722
2002 20 17 182 728 0 n/a n/a 0 947
2003 20 17 182 728 0 n/a n/a 0 947
2004 20 18 206 818 0 n/a n/a 0 1062
2005 14 16 226 823 0 n/a n/a 0 1079
2006 15 19 228 739 0 n/a n/a 0 1001
2007 9 24 233 728 0 n/a n/a 0 994
2008 15 24 227 762 0 n/a n/a 0 1028
2009 12 23 236 819 2 n/a n/a 0 1092
2010 9 16 251 788 0 n/a n/a 0 1064
2011 8 15 259 756 0 0 3 0 1041
2012 3 20 253 750 0 0 2 0 1028
2013 4 25 250 780 0 1 3 0 1063
2014 3 20 234 774 0 1 2 0 1034
2015 3 24 218 761 0 1 4 0 1011
2016 3 27 190 768 1 1 2 0 992
2017 3 14 189 741 0 0 3 0 950
2018 6 19 167 755 0 0 2 0 949
2019 4 15 151 779 0 0 3 0 952
2020 8 24 145 788 1 0 4 0 970
2021 8 25 130 673 1 0 3 0 840
2022 14 33 118 632 2 0 1 0 800
2023 10 25 117 578 2 0 3 0 735
2024 8 29 111 555 1 0 1 0 705

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Park Place Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 869 41.0 21.1 n/a
1989 912 n/a n/a n/a
1990 905 47.0 19.2 n/a
1991 933 46.9 19.8 n/a
1992 936 53.0 17.6 75.4
1993 661 41.0 16.1 85
1994 678 38.9 17.4 66.2
1995 681 37.0 18.4 87.1
1996 681 37.0 18.4 87.1
1997 681 32.0 21.3 85.2
1998 688 33.0 20.8 83.3
1999 766 34.0 22.5 93.3
2000 723 34.0 21.3 91.4
2001 722 35.9 20.1 95
2002 947 49.9 19.0 91.9
2003 947 49.9 19.0 91.9
2004 1062 55.9 19.0 92.5
2005 1079 58.0 18.6 91
2006 1001 59.0 17.0 90.6
2007 994 61.5 16.2 68.6
2008 1028 58.7 17.5 72.9
2009 1092 59.0 18.5 72.3
2010 1064 59.0 18.0 72.7
2011 1041 57.9 17.9 66.3
2012 1028 56.9 18.0 54.5
2013 1063 55.9 18.9 92.4
2014 1034 57.2 18.0 92.4
2015 1011 56.0 18.0 91.2
2016 992 56.0 17.7 91.6
2017 950 50.8 18.6 93.7
2018 949 49.0 19.3 95.5
2019 952 49.0 19.4 94
2020 970 51.0 19.0 92
2021 840 49.8 16.8 91
2022 800 45.0 17.7 92
2023 735 43.8 16.7 94.4
2024 705 42.0 16.7 95.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Park Place Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 869 41.0 21.1 n/a
1989 912 n/a n/a n/a
1990 905 47.0 19.2 n/a
1991 933 46.9 19.8 n/a
1992 936 53.0 17.6 75.4
1993 661 41.0 16.1 85
1994 678 38.9 17.4 66.2
1995 681 37.0 18.4 87.1
1996 681 37.0 18.4 87.1
1997 681 32.0 21.3 85.2
1998 688 33.0 20.8 83.3
1999 766 34.0 22.5 93.3
2000 723 34.0 21.3 91.4
2001 722 35.9 20.1 95
2002 947 49.9 19.0 91.9
2003 947 49.9 19.0 91.9
2004 1062 55.9 19.0 92.5
2005 1079 58.0 18.6 91
2006 1001 59.0 17.0 90.6
2007 994 61.5 16.2 68.6
2008 1028 58.7 17.5 72.9
2009 1092 59.0 18.5 72.3
2010 1064 59.0 18.0 72.7
2011 1041 57.9 17.9 66.3
2012 1028 56.9 18.0 54.5
2013 1063 55.9 18.9 92.4
2014 1034 57.2 18.0 92.4
2015 1011 56.0 18.0 91.2
2016 992 56.0 17.7 91.6
2017 950 50.8 18.6 93.7
2018 949 49.0 19.3 95.5
2019 952 49.0 19.4 94
2020 970 51.0 19.0 92
2021 840 49.8 16.8 91
2022 800 45.0 17.7 92
2023 735 43.8 16.7 94.4
2024 705 42.0 16.7 95.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Park Place Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,367 (17.0%) $6,692 (83.0%) $8,059
2020 $1,551 (16.6%) $7,802 (83.4%) $9,353
2021 $1,029 (10.9%) $8,448 (89.2%) $9,476

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Park Place Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 890th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 2248th of 4647 Elementary schools
 28.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Park Place Elementary)5051
 1%
   3rd Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))3946
 7%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Park Place Elementary)6544
 21%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4541
 4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Park Place Elementary)4946
 3%
   3rd Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))3926
 13%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)3926
 13%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Park Place Elementary)4836
 12%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))3528
 7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)3123
 8%
4th Grade Reading (Park Place Elementary)4435
 9%
   4th Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))3840
 2%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Park Place Elementary)7048
 22%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4443
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
4th Grade Reading (Park Place Elementary)5518
 37%
   4th Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))2824
 4%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)2931
 2%
4th Grade Mathematics (Park Place Elementary)5017
 33%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))3528
 7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)2622
 4%
5th Grade Reading (Park Place Elementary)6245
 17%
   5th Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4449
 5%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Park Place Elementary)8360
 23%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))5344
 9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Park Place Elementary)5530
 25%
   5th Grade Science (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4027
 13%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students952735
 22.8%
African American1525
 66.7%
American Indian02
Asian151117
 22.5%
Hispanic779578
 25.8%
Pacific Islander00
White410
 150%
Two or More Races33
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients94%94.4%
 0.4%


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Students who attend Park Place Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Ortiz Middle
High : Chavez High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 705 students attended Park Place Elementary.

Park Place Elementary ranks 1893rd of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Park Place Elementary are 79% Hispanic, 16% Asian, 4% African American, 1% White.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Texas Education Agency.

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