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Best Elementary

Alief ISD · Harris County · 10000 CENTRE PKWY, Houston, TX 77036

(713)988-6445

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1/10
#4575
Rank 4575 out of 4,678
English Language Arts1/10 · #4552 · 3rd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #4499 · 4th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Best Elementary sits in the heart of southwest Houston's 77036 zip code, one of the most culturally diverse corners of the city, where Vietnamese bakeries, international grocery stores, and family-owned restaurants line the streets. Families in this community are hardworking and deeply rooted, and the school reflects that spirit, though it faces real academic challenges that may give some parents pause. Families looking for a school with room to grow alongside a vibrant, multicultural neighborhood may find a community here, but those prioritizing strong test performance may want to explore other options within Alief ISD.

Student Demographics

196 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
168 (86%)
African American
22 (11%)
Other
6 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners161 (82%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged189 (96%)
Students with Disabilities55 (28%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

638
Enrollment
52.7
Teachers (FTE)
12.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #734 · 86th percentile

139 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Texas.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found