DE ZAVALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DE ZAVALA EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 593 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, DE ZAVALA EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

DE ZAVALA ELementary School, located at 7521 Ave H in Houston, Texas, is a public school serving the East End community as part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). As a cornerstone of its neighborhood, the school is committed to providing a foundational education for students in the early years of their academic journeys, focusing on core curriculum standards and fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the diverse needs of its student population.

As an HISD institution, DE ZAVALA ELementary aligns its educational strategies with the district’s broader goals of improving student outcomes and closing achievement gaps. The school emphasizes character development and academic rigor, often leveraging community partnerships and district resources to enrich the student experience. By maintaining a focus on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, serving as a vital resource for families within the Houston city limits.

For more information, contact DE ZAVALA EL at (713) 924-1888 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.