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Briargrove EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

6145 SAN FELIPE ST, Houston, TX 77057

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

881

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,979 of 8,552

In Houston

#441 of 723

public schools

In district

#159 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

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Briargrove EL

5.3/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Briargrove EL

Briargrove EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Briargrove EL serves approximately 881 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Briargrove EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,979 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Briargrove EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Briargrove EL — Students at Briargrove EL score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
41.6%
ELA
58.7%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Briargrove EL Compares

See how Briargrove EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in TX
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6145 SAN FELIPE ST, Houston, TX 77057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Briargrove EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUNTERS CREEK EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
T H ROGERS SCHOOL Houston 0.6 mi 7.1
TANGLEWOOD ACADEMY Houston 0.6 mi
SECOND BAPTIST SCHOOL Houston 0.8 mi 5.9
AL-HADI SCHOOL OF ACCELERATIVE LEARNING Houston 0.8 mi 6.6
MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 1.0 mi 7.8
MARINER MONTESSORI Houston 1.1 mi
THE KINKAID SCHOOL - HEAD OF SCHOOL OFFICE Houston 1.2 mi 6.4
MARK WHITE EL Houston 1.2 mi 7.0
PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston 1.4 mi 4.7
MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi 9.2
WISDOM H S Houston 1.5 mi 3.3
TANGLEWOOD MIDDLE Houston 1.4 mi 4.8
SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE Houston 1.4 mi 7.3
ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL - HOUSTON Houston 1.5 mi 6.5
EMPOWERMENT H S Houston 1.8 mi 6.5
DISCOVERY MIDDLE Houston 1.8 mi 4.7
FUSION ACADEMY HS1: HOUSTON GALLERIA Houston 1.7 mi 5.4
ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi 5.7
DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Houston 2.0 mi 7.8
HUNTERS CREEK EL Houston 2.0 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,200

Median Home Value

$318,700

Median Rent

$1,354/mo

Population

45,394

College Educated

52.9%

Homeownership

31.1%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Briargrove EL

What grades does Briargrove EL serve?

Briargrove EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Briargrove EL?

Briargrove EL has an enrollment of approximately 881 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Briargrove EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Briargrove EL is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Briargrove EL rank in TX?

Briargrove EL ranks #5,979 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Briargrove EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Briargrove EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Briargrove EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Briargrove EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Briargrove EL a charter school?

No, Briargrove EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Briargrove EL a Title I school?

No, Briargrove EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briargrove EL?

58.3% of students at Briargrove EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
881
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#159 of 272

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