COMMONWEALTH EL

4909 COMMONWEALTH BLVD
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479

www.fortbendisd.com/cwe

954 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Commonwealth Elementary School is a highly-rated public school located in the Telfair community of Sugar Land, Texas, serving students in the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD). Known for its strong academic reputation, the school consistently receives high marks from state accountability ratings and serves a diverse student body from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is widely recognized for its rigorous curriculum, dedicated teaching staff, and a vibrant campus culture that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development.

Beyond academics, Commonwealth Elementary is characterized by a strong sense of community involvement, supported by a very active Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) that contributes to numerous enrichment programs and campus events. The school’s location in the master-planned Telfair neighborhood makes it a central hub for local families, and it is frequently noted for its modern facilities and resources. With a focus on preparing students for middle school and beyond, Commonwealth Elementary remains a sought-after choice for families residing within the Sugar Land area.

954

Total Students

55.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

8.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for COMMONWEALTH EL
Demographic	Student Count
White	106
Hispanic	64
Black	47
Asian	690
Two or More	43
American Indian	4

Asian
690 (72.3 %)
White
106 (11.1 %)
Hispanic
64 (6.7 %)
Black
47 (4.9 %)
Two or More
43 (4.5 %)
American Indian
4 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	FORT BEND ISD
Phone:	(281)634-5120
Website:	http://www.fortbendisd.com/cwe
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	954
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	55.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	62
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	15

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 120

Grade 1 174

Grade 2 179

Grade 3 150

Grade 4 147

Grade 5 184

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for COMMONWEALTH EL
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	120
Grade 1	174
Grade 2	179
Grade 3	150
Grade 4	147
Grade 5	184

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for COMMONWEALTH EL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	471	49.4%
Male	483	50.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)