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Piney Point Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 1123 students

 

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Posted April 24, 2010

Great, caring teachers, great school. My daughter first made the honor roll when I transfered her to this school. Even after moving on she remained an honor roll student.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 12, 2009

Piney Point Elementary is a fabulous school! The principal, Bobbie Swaby, is awesome! She is always supportive to the children, parents, teachers, staff and the entire community. He door is always open and her attitude is always positive. The teachers there are very devoted to each and every student. They work many many extra hours to provide the BEST education a child can receive. The entire staff works together as a team to ensure our children are safe, healthy, loved, creative and motivated to excel by doing their best. Our children will surely succeed in any college they attend and in life!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted March 28, 2008

Piney Point is the best elementary school in Houston! The faculty is amazing.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 14, 2005

Piney Point elementary is a school where the children and the parents mater. The principal has an open door policy which she upholds 100% of the time. You can come in to discuss any concern that you may have weather it is financial or school wise. This new principal Bobby Swaby is one of the best principals I have had the pleasure of meeting since I came to houston. I have three children in this school and I am very happy that they are in Piney Point.
—Submitted by Elizabeth Martinez, a parent


Posted May 9, 2005

Good elementary school for non english speaking students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 6, 2003

We just moved here from florida almost two years ago, and I found that This school has a very professional and dedicated teachers, their hard work is well reflected in the level of achievement of our two kids. juan puente


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

90 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
81%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

88 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

103 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

103 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
79%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

83 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

108 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
98%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

109 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

108 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students73%
Female76%
Male70%
Black or African American63%
Asian60%
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged72%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education74%
Limited English proficient (LEP)88%
Proficient in English63%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant74%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students82%
Female87%
Male76%
Black or African American70%
Asian80%
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)90%
Proficient in English77%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students92%
Female91%
Male93%
Black or African American92%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)90%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students87%
Female88%
Male87%
Black or African American92%
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)85%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students88%
Female84%
Male92%
Black or African American83%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)85%
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students80%
Female80%
Male79%
Black or African American74%
Asiann/a
Hispanic81%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Special educationn/a
Not special education82%
Limited English proficient (LEP)77%
Proficient in English80%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant80%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students84%
Female88%
Male81%
Black or African American96%
Asiann/a
Hispanic81%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)74%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students80%
Female82%
Male77%
Black or African American79%
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged79%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
Not special education82%
Limited English proficient (LEP)69%
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant80%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 73% 50%
Black 17% 13%
White 5% 31%
Asian 4% 3%
Two or more races 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 7%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 7%N/A8%
Economically disadvantaged 84%N/A55%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 59%N/A17%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 9%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 17%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 14%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 39%N/A23%
21 or more years 21%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Bobbie E Swaby
Fax number
  • (713) 917-3613

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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8921 Pagewood Ln
Houston, TX 77063
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