CORNELIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CORNELIUS EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 907 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 42 teachers, CORNELIUS EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

CORNELIUS ELementary School, located at 7475 Westover Street in Houston, Texas, is a public school serving the local community as part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Situated in the vibrant Southeast Houston area, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education for students in the primary grades, focusing on fostering academic growth, social development, and a supportive learning environment.

As a member of the HISD system, CORNELIUS ELementary aligns its curriculum with district standards to ensure students are prepared for future academic success. The school emphasizes core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often engaging in community-focused initiatives to involve families and local stakeholders. Families looking for specific information regarding enrollment, extracurricular programs, or current school performance metrics can visit the official Houston Independent School District website at [www.houstonisd.org](http://www.houstonisd.org).

For more information, contact CORNELIUS EL at (713) 845-7405 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.