HOUSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Houston Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Gilbert Unified District (4239) school district, located in Gilbert, AZ with about 369 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 38 teachers, Houston Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Houston Elementary School, located in Gilbert, Arizona, operates as a core institution within the Gilbert Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to providing a foundational K-6 education that emphasizes academic excellence and personal growth. By fostering a supportive and structured learning environment, the school strives to prepare its students for future academic success while catering to the diverse needs of the local community.

In addition to its standard curriculum, Houston Elementary places a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement. The school utilizes a variety of resources and extracurricular programs to engage students beyond the classroom, encouraging them to become well-rounded individuals. Through collaborative efforts between educators, parents, and students, Houston Elementary maintains a focus on creating a safe and enriching space that promotes lifelong learning and social responsibility.

For more information, contact Houston Elementary School at (480) 497-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 E. Houston Ave.
Gilbert, AZ 85234
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HOUSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Gilbert, AZ with about 369 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
369
Teachers:
38.24
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 369 students

White
57.2%
Hispanic/Latino
31.4%
Two or more races
3.8%
Black or African American
3.5%
Asian
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.