B+
Above Average
82/100

Fondren El

📚 Pre-K – 05 🏫 Elementary
📍 12405 CARLSBAD ST, Houston, TX 77085
82
Repit Score
out of 100
322
Students
enrolled
15.3:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$15K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $14,515 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 12405 CARLSBAD ST
City Houston
ZIP Code 77085
District 4823640
NCES School ID 482364002456
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 77085

Understanding the community around Fondren El helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $65,715
Per Capita Income $30,343
Poverty Rate 11.6%
Households Earning $100K+ 25.6%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.4%
High School or Higher 67.6%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $159,800
Median Rent $1,288
Owner-Occupied 65.2%
Renter-Occupied 34.8%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Fondren El.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 80.4%
Black 16.8%
White 1.2%
Asian 1.6%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 322
Teachers (FTE) 21.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 15.3:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Fondren El?
Fondren El has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Fondren El?
Fondren El has 322 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.3:1.
What grades does Fondren El serve?
Fondren El serves grades Pre-K – 05 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Fondren El receive per student?
Fondren El receives $14,515 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is around the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Fondren El in 77085
Avg Home Value
$226,239
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,534
1-Year Change
-0.2%
% Renters
34.8%

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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026