MARTINEZ R ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MARTINEZ R EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 572 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 37 teachers, MARTINEZ R EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

**Martinez Elementary School**, located at 7211 Market Street in Houston, Texas, is a public school serving the Greater Fifth Ward community as part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while addressing the diverse needs of its student population. By leveraging the resources of the state’s largest school district, the school aims to prepare its students for future academic success and civic engagement.

As a neighborhood school, Martinez Elementary plays an essential role in the local community, focusing on holistic development through structured curriculum, extracurricular enrichment, and close collaboration with families. The school's mission is generally aligned with the broader goals of HISD, which include closing achievement gaps, providing rigorous instruction, and ensuring that all students have the tools necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global society. Prospective parents and community members can find detailed information regarding campus initiatives, academic calendars, and enrollment procedures on the official Houston ISD website.

For more information, contact MARTINEZ R EL at (713) 671-3680 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.