Excellent
#1025 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 12% in state
Briarmeadow Charter
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
3601 DUNVALE, Houston, TX 77063
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,025 of 8,552
In Houston
#56 of 723
public schools
In district
#36 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Briarmeadow Charter
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About Briarmeadow Charter
Briarmeadow Charter is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Briarmeadow Charter serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Briarmeadow Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,025 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Briarmeadow Charter show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Briarmeadow Charter — Students at Briarmeadow Charter score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.5%
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: 8.3/10.
How Briarmeadow Charter Compares
See how Briarmeadow Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3601 DUNVALE, Houston, TX 77063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Briarmeadow Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is KIPP SHARP PREP (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MARK WHITE EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP SHARP PREP Houston | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| KIPP SHARPSTOWN COLLEGE PREP Houston | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING COTTAGE Houston | 0.4 mi | — |
| DRAW ACADEMY Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| PINEY POINT EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| WISDOM H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| EMPOWERMENT H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MARK WHITE EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| THE HARRIS SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| AL-HADI SCHOOL OF ACCELERATIVE LEARNING Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ETOILE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BAKER-RIPLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW NEIGHBOR CAMPUS Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| EMERSON EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,509
Median Home Value
$281,300
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
39,994
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
23.6%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Briarmeadow Charter
What grades does Briarmeadow Charter serve?
Briarmeadow Charter serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Briarmeadow Charter?
Briarmeadow Charter has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Briarmeadow Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Briarmeadow Charter is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Briarmeadow Charter rank in TX?
Briarmeadow Charter ranks #1,025 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Briarmeadow Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Briarmeadow Charter 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 Briarmeadow Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Briarmeadow Charter has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Briarmeadow Charter a charter school?
No, Briarmeadow Charter is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Briarmeadow Charter a Title I school?
No, Briarmeadow Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briarmeadow Charter?
40.5% of students at Briarmeadow Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.1%
- Phone
- (713) 458-5500
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #36 of 272
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