AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL

AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 513 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Amigos Por Vida-Friends For Life Public Charter School is a tuition-free, open-enrollment campus located in the Gulfton area of Houston, Texas. Serving students in grades PK-8, the school is deeply rooted in the community, with a mission to provide a high-quality, student-centered education that prepares children for success in high school and beyond. By focusing on a rigorous academic curriculum combined with character development, the school strives to foster an environment where students feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

The school is well-known for its commitment to serving a diverse student population, many of whom are English language learners or come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. To support these students, Amigos Por Vida integrates bilingual education and comprehensive support services, including an emphasis on family engagement and community involvement. Through its "Friends for Life" philosophy, the school seeks to create a partnership between educators, parents, and the community to ensure that every student receives the holistic support necessary to thrive academically and socially.

For more information, contact AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL at (713) 399-9945 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.