Serving 881 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briargrove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briargrove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Briargrove Elementary School's student population of 881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Briargrove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briargrove Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2552 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briargrove Elementary School's ranking?
Briargrove Elementary School is ranked #2552 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Briargrove Elementary School often compared to?
Briargrove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T H Rogers School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briargrove Elementary School?
881 students attend Briargrove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Briargrove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briargrove Elementary School?
Briargrove Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briargrove Elementary School offer ?
Briargrove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Briargrove Elementary School part of?
Briargrove Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Briargrove Elementary School located?
Briargrove Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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