Serving 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Briarmeadow Charter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Briarmeadow Charter serves the west part of Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarmeadow Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briarmeadow Charter's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
591 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Briarmeadow Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarmeadow Charter is 0.76, 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
#663 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarmeadow Charter's ranking?
Briarmeadow Charter is ranked #663 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Briarmeadow Charter often compared to?
Briarmeadow Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Mark White Elementary School, Piney Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briarmeadow Charter?
591 students attend Briarmeadow Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Briarmeadow Charter students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarmeadow Charter?
Briarmeadow Charter has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briarmeadow Charter offer ?
Briarmeadow Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Briarmeadow Charter part of?
Briarmeadow Charter is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Briarmeadow Charter located?
Briarmeadow Charter is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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