RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RIVER OAKS EL is a public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 645 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, RIVER OAKS 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.

RIVER OAKS ELementary School, located in the prestigious River Oaks neighborhood of Houston, is a highly regarded institution within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the school is recognized for its rigorous academic framework that emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and a global perspective. It serves a diverse student body and is well-known for its Vanguard Magnet program, which is specifically designed to meet the educational needs of Gifted and Talented (G/T) students.

Beyond its core curriculum, RIVER OAKS ELementary is frequently cited for its strong academic performance and active community involvement. The school fosters a supportive environment that encourages students to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners. By balancing traditional academic excellence with the interdisciplinary approach of the IB curriculum, the school prepares its students for success in middle school and beyond, maintaining a reputation as one of the top-performing elementary schools in the Houston area.

For more information, contact RIVER OAKS EL at (713) 942-1460 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.