Serving 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Commonwealth Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (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 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Commonwealth Elementary serves the southern part of Sugar Land, TX, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commonwealth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Commonwealth Elementary School's student population of 667 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
667 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire•Equip•Imagine
School Rankings
Commonwealth Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Commonwealth Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#19 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
65%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commonwealth Elementary School's ranking?
Commonwealth Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Commonwealth Elementary School often compared to?
Commonwealth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornerstone Elementary School, Bess Campbell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Commonwealth Elementary School?
667 students attend Commonwealth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Commonwealth Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Commonwealth Elementary School?
Commonwealth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Commonwealth Elementary School offer ?
Commonwealth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Commonwealth Elementary School part of?
Commonwealth Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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