Serving 871 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briargrove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BRIARGROVE EL serves the west part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briargrove Elementary School's student population of 871 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
871 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Briargrove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briargrove Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#3452 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
23%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briargrove Elementary School's ranking?
Briargrove Elementary School is ranked #3452 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Briargrove Elementary School often compared to?
Briargrove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T H Rogers School, School At St George Place by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briargrove Elementary School?
871 students attend Briargrove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Briargrove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briargrove Elementary School?
Briargrove Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briargrove Elementary School offer ?
Briargrove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Briargrove Elementary School part of?
Briargrove Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Briargrove Elementary School located?
Briargrove Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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