MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY EL

MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the FORT BEND ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 591 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 43 teachers, MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY ELementary School, located on Bissonnet Street in the Alief/Houston area, is a public school serving the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD). The school is named in honor of Mary Austin Holley, a prominent 19th-century author and cousin of Stephen F. Austin, known for her historical writings about Texas. As a primary institution within the district, the school focuses on providing a foundational education, fostering academic growth, and promoting a supportive environment for its diverse student population.

The campus emphasizes a well-rounded elementary experience, typically featuring core curriculum subjects including mathematics, science, reading, and social studies, often complemented by extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. As part of Fort Bend ISD, the school benefits from the district's centralized resources, commitment to educational technology, and focus on preparing students for middle school transitions. Parents and community members can stay informed regarding school-specific events, academic calendars, and district policies through the school’s official website at http://www.fortbend.k12.tx.us/campuses/mhe/default.aspx.

For more information, contact MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY EL at (281) 634-3850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

16655 BISSONNET
HOUSTON, TX 77083-3779
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MARY AUSTIN HOLLEY EL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 591 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
FORT BEND ISD
Total Students:
591
Teachers:
43.05
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
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 591 students

Hispanic/Latino
39.9%
Black or African American
37.6%
Asian
16.9%
White
2.9%
Two or more races
2.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

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.