School Overview
Tough Elementary School, located in the master-planned community of The Woodlands, Texas, is a highly-rated public school serving students in the Conroe Independent School District. Named after David L. Tough, a dedicated educator and former superintendent of the district, the school is known for its strong academic performance, dedicated faculty, and commitment to fostering a collaborative learning environment. It serves a diverse student body and emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances core academic subjects with enrichment programs in the arts, technology, and physical education.

The school is deeply integrated into the surrounding community, benefiting from active parental involvement and strong support from the Conroe ISD network. As part of a district recognized for its rigorous standards and innovative teaching practices, Tough Elementary focuses on meeting the individual needs of its students through personalized instruction and data-driven assessments. With a mission centered on preparing students for lifelong success, the school provides a nurturing atmosphere that encourages curiosity, character development, and academic excellence.
1,035
Total Students
64.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
6.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TOUGH EL
Demographic Student Count
White547
Hispanic259
Black25
Asian143
Two or More60
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    547 (52.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    259 (25.0 %)
  • Asian
    143 (13.8 %)
  • Two or More
    60 (5.8 %)
  • Black
    25 (2.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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: CONROE ISD
Phone: (281)465-5900
Website: http://www.conroeisd.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 1,035
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 64.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 47
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 8
Kindergarten 107
Grade 1 135
Grade 2 119
Grade 3 142
Grade 4 164
Grade 5 168
Grade 6 192

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for TOUGH EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten8
Kindergarten107
Grade 1135
Grade 2119
Grade 3142
Grade 4164
Grade 5168
Grade 6192
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for TOUGH EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female51049.3%
Male52550.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)