GRISSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GRISSOM EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 555 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 31 teachers, GRISSOM EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

GRISSOM ELementary School, located at 4900 Simsbrook Drive in Houston, Texas, is a public school serving the local community as part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Situated in the south Houston area, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to its elementary-age student body, aiming to prepare them for middle school and future academic success within the district's framework.

As an HISD institution, GRISSOM ELementary operates under the district's broader mission to provide equitable access to quality education. The school typically emphasizes core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating extracurricular activities and support services to foster holistic student development. Families interested in specific school performance data, enrollment procedures, or current academic programs can find official updates and resources directly through the Houston Independent School District website at [www.houstonisd.org](http://www.houstonisd.org).

For more information, contact GRISSOM EL at (713) 434-5660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.