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#47 of 884 private schools in TX

Top 5% of private schools

Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston

Elementary School

12535 PERTHSHIRE RD, Houston, TX 77024

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 692 schools in Houston. Learn more

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Houston

#9 of 104

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#23 of 436

About Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston

Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston serves 106 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Houston's affluent 77024 zip code. Despite being listed as a regular public school in the data, this small educational community maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6.6 to 1 with 16 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for highly individualized attention. The school earns a solid 8.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, though it ranks #683 out of 884 Texas schools, placing it in the 23rd percentile statewide with room for academic growth.

The intimate class sizes suggest a focus on personalized learning and close student-teacher relationships that can benefit developing learners. Holy Spirit Episcopal School sits in one of Houston's most educated and prosperous neighborhoods, where 75% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $132,710. The surrounding community features median home values of $1.15 million and maintains a low poverty rate of just 6.1%.

This small school environment provides students with close attention and support as they progress through their elementary and middle school years in a well-established, highly educated Houston community.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 106 students, Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.6:1, Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston compares to 642 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
106
This School
vs
621
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.4% vs 0%
Asian 8.5% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston Houston Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston (this school) 8.2
MEMORIAL MIDDLE 8.7
BENDWOOD SCHOOL 7.3
THE WILDCAT WAY SCHOOL 3.7
FROSTWOOD EL 8.9
BUNKER HILL EL 8.4
RUMMEL CREEK EL 9.2
SHADOW OAKS EL 6.8
WOODVIEW EL 4.9
REVERE MIDDLE 3.8
WILCHESTER EL 8.8
WALNUT BEND EL 4.5
WESTCHESTER ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES 9.1
ASKEW EL 4.1
SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE 8.2
SHERWOOD EL 6.5
MEMORIAL DRIVE EL 9.0
PINE SHADOWS EL 7.7
THE TIGER TRAIL SCHOOL 3.6
MEADOW WOOD EL 8.2
SPRING WOODS MIDDLE 4.9

Showing 20 of 642 schools. View all schools in Houston

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,349.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 106
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 65.1%
Two or More 13.2%
Hispanic 10.4%
Asian 8.5%
Black 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12535 PERTHSHIRE RD, Houston, TX 77024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUMMEL CREEK EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FROSTWOOD EL (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WILCHESTER EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MEMORIAL MIDDLE Houston 0.3 mi 8.7
PINES PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Houston 0.4 mi
BENDWOOD SCHOOL Houston 0.4 mi 7.3
THE WILDCAT WAY SCHOOL Houston 0.5 mi 3.7
FROSTWOOD EL Houston 0.8 mi 8.9
BUNKER HILL EL Houston 0.8 mi 8.4
ILM ACADEMY Houston 1.1 mi 7.9
RUMMEL CREEK EL Houston 1.1 mi 9.2
SHADOW OAKS EL Houston 1.3 mi 6.8
ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 1.4 mi 6.9
WOODVIEW EL Houston 1.7 mi 4.9
REVERE MIDDLE Houston 1.8 mi 3.8
WALNUT BEND EL Houston 1.9 mi 4.5
MEMORIAL H S Houston 1.8 mi 8.2
WILCHESTER EL Houston 1.9 mi 8.8
WESTCHESTER ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston 2.0 mi 9.1
JAPANESE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Houston 2.0 mi 2.9
THE BRANCH SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 8.5
RAINARD SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 7.0
ASKEW EL Houston 2.1 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,039

Median Home Value

$1,164,400

Median Rent

$1,796/mo

Population

37,647

College Educated

76.3%

Homeownership

62.1%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

43.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston has a median household income of $142,039. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,164,400, with a median rent of $1,796/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston

What grades does Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston serve?

Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston?

Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston rank in TX?

Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston is ranked #47 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston a private school?

Yes, Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston a religious school?

Holy Spirit Episcopal School - Houston has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
106
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large City
County
HARRIS
Data Year
2022–2023

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