Excellent
#968 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 11% in state
Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School
Elementary School · AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH
5503 EL CAMINO DEL REY, Houston, TX 77081
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#968 of 8,552
In Houston
#53 of 723
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School
Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH. Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School — Students at Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School Compares
See how Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5503 EL CAMINO DEL REY, Houston, TX 77081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CUNNINGHAM EL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRIENDS FOR LIFE MIDDLE Houston | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER HIGH Houston | 0.3 mi | — |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| LIBERTY H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC GULFTON Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| SAN FRANCISCO NATIVITY ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EXCEL ACADEMY EDUCATION TRANSITION CENTER Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| MARINER MONTESSORI Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ROBINDELL PRIVATE SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL II Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellaire | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,228
Median Home Value
$245,200
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
51,366
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
6.5%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
28.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNA MAY DAULTON EL Grand Prairie, TX | 8.3 |
| ANNIE SIMS EL Mount Pleasant, TX | 8.3 |
| BLANCA E SANCHEZ Mcallen, TX | 8.3 |
| BLAND EL Merit, TX | 8.3 |
| BRAMLETTE STEAM ACADEMY Longview, TX | 8.3 |
| BRIARMEADOW CHARTER Houston, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School
What grades does Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School serve?
Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School?
Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School rank in TX?
Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School ranks #968 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School a Title I school?
No, Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School?
98.6% of students at Amigos Por Vida-friends for Life Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.1%
- Phone
- (713) 349-9945
Resources & Links
District
AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH- District Enrollment
- 694
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,686
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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