Average
#4079 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 48% in state
Briscoe EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
321 FOREST HILL, Houston, TX 77011
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,079 of 8,552
In Houston
#249 of 723
public schools
In district
#94 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Briscoe EL
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About Briscoe EL
Briscoe EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Briscoe EL serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Briscoe EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,079 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Briscoe EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Briscoe EL — Students at Briscoe EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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: 4.7/10.
How Briscoe EL Compares
See how Briscoe EL 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
321 FOREST HILL, Houston, TX 77011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Briscoe EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DAVILA EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIJERINA EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC ELITE COLLEGE PREP (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GALLEGOS EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANKLIN EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| EDISON MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CARRILLO EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| TIJERINA EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY - CORAL CAMPUS Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC ELITE COLLEGE PREP Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| DAVILA EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SOUTHMAYD EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| HARRIS J R EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| HENDERSON J EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP EXPLORE ACADEMY Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP EAST END H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BURNET EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| YES PREP - EAST END Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| YES PREP EAST END EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,163
Median Home Value
$187,100
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
15,681
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
40.3
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| AUSTIN EL Harlingen, TX | 6.5 |
| CHIRENO EL Chireno, TX | 6.5 |
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| FRANKLIN EL Houston, TX | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Briscoe EL
What grades does Briscoe EL serve?
Briscoe EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Briscoe EL?
Briscoe EL has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Briscoe EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Briscoe EL is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Briscoe EL rank in TX?
Briscoe EL ranks #4,079 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Briscoe EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Briscoe EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Briscoe EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Briscoe EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Briscoe EL a charter school?
No, Briscoe EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Briscoe EL a Title I school?
No, Briscoe EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briscoe EL?
95.2% of students at Briscoe 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.8%
- Phone
- (713) 924-1740
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #94 of 272
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