The top reported proficiency rate is 75% in English language arts. The lowest is 38% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Campbell El
Campbell Elementary is a regular public school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in League City, a fast-growing suburb on Houston's southern edge. The school enrolls a mid-sized student body with a diverse racial and ethnic makeup: just over half are White, with meaningful shares of Hispanic, Asian, Black, and multiracial students. A modest share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. State testing data is only available for grades three through five, since younger grades are not assessed in Texas.
In reading and language arts, Campbell's results reflect real strength. Fifth-graders showed the highest attainment, with a substantial majority at proficient or above. Fourth-graders also showed strong proficiency, and even third-graders achieved proficiency at a solid rate. The school's overall English language arts performance places it in the top quartile among districts in Galveston County when proficiency across tested grades is averaged. This is a genuine strength worth noting to a parent considering the school.
Mathematics performance is more mixed. Fifth-graders reached levels broadly in line with reading, with a strong majority proficient. Fourth-graders achieved a respectable rate of proficiency as well. Third-graders, however, showed a notable dip: while about three-fifths reached proficiency, this was below the rates in reading at the same grade level. The school's overall math proficiency also places it in the top quartile countywide, but the grade-level variance, especially the third-grade gap, may merit a closer look with school staff if your child is approaching or in that grade band.
Science testing occurs only in fifth grade. Results there are concerning. Fewer than half of fifth-graders reached proficiency in science, a marked departure from their reading and mathematics performance at the same level. A parent may want to ask the school directly about how science is taught in the upper grades and what support exists for students who struggle with the subject.
The school sits within Clear Creek Independent School District, which serves League City and surrounding areas. League City itself is at an inflection point: it has become the largest city in Galveston County and is one of the region's fastest-growing communities. Hundreds of acres on the city's west side remain largely undeveloped but are now under active master planning. A major developer acquired a large tract in late 2025 for a planned community that will include a future middle school site, signaling both growth and infrastructure investment ahead. The city's population is projected to approach or exceed much higher levels as development accelerates, bringing both opportunity and questions about whether schools and services will keep pace.
The local housing market reflects this growth dynamic. Home values in the League City zip code sit at mid-range levels for the Houston area, with year-over-year price changes showing modest softening. Rental costs have risen slightly but remain moderate. The broader Harris County housing market shows adequate inventory but diminished new listings compared to a year ago, a pattern typical of cooling growth markets. League City itself is predominantly residential and family-oriented, built around master-planned neighborhoods and waterfront properties, with a small historic district along East Main Street offering walkable retail and dining. Most shopping clusters along Interstate 45 town centers; the area is car-dependent. Major employers nearby include NASA's Johnson Space Center and UTMB Health, drawing commuters from the region.
Campbell Elementary's fourth and fifth-grade reading performance and overall county standing in proficiency are genuine positives. The third-grade math dip and the science results warrant direct conversation with school leadership to understand instructional priorities and support systems, especially if science or early-math mastery matter for your family's longer-term goals. The school's enrollment size and demographic diversity offer a typical suburban elementary environment. League City's rapid growth means new school construction and district investment, though it also means crowding and infrastructure stress during transitions.
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