The top reported proficiency rate is 38% in Math. The lowest is 11% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Dogan El
Dogan Elementary serves grades PK through 5 in Houston near the Liberty Road corridor. It is a regular public school within Houston ISD and enrolls a student body that is approximately two-thirds Hispanic and roughly one-third Black, with nearly all students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school draws from a low-income community with minimal racial or economic diversity.
State assessment results show measurable academic challenges across core subjects. In math, third-grade proficiency sits around the middle range, but proficiency drops substantially in grades 4 and 5. Reading performance is similarly low, ranging from near zero in one grade's assessment (grade 3 on the Spanish version of STAAR) to around one-third in grades 4 and 5. Science proficiency is particularly weak, with only a small fraction of fifth graders meeting or exceeding the standard. Across all tested subjects and grades combined, the school's overall proficiency index places it in the bottom quartile when compared to other schools within Harris County districts. Science is a notable soft spot; a parent interested in that subject area may want to discuss the school's science instruction and support with staff directly.
The school sits within Houston ISD during an unusual governance period. In June 2023 the Texas Education Agency took over the district, replacing the elected board with state-appointed managers. That arrangement is set to continue through at least June 2027, pending the district's ability to meet state improvement criteria. This means parents have no local school board representation. As part of the state takeover reforms, the district rolled out the New Education System (NES) instructional model, which emphasizes scripted lessons, frequent assessments, longer school days, and tighter curriculum standardization. NES schools receive significantly higher per-student funding than other Houston ISD campuses. It is unclear from available data whether Dogan participates in NES or employs that model; a parent should ask the school directly about its instructional approach and daily structure.
The district also consolidated school libraries into multipurpose spaces at many campuses as part of the takeover reforms, and traditional librarian positions were eliminated. That change affects access to library services and books for students.
Housing in the zip code (77026) is modestly valued and stable, with rental costs remaining steady year over year. The neighborhood is part of a larger Houston market that has been cooling somewhat, with home values down modestly and inventory rising. The area sits within Houston's sprawling geography without strong walkability or transit infrastructure, so families typically rely on cars.
Houston ISD has experienced significant enrollment decline during the takeover period, losing more than ten thousand students between 2022-23 and 2024-25. In February 2026 the state-appointed board voted to close or consolidate 12 campuses starting after the 2025-26 school year. Dogan was not named among the schools to close, but families should monitor district announcements, as further actions are possible given the ongoing enrollment pressures.
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