WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY

WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 517 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 28 teachers, WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY, located in the Fourth Ward area of Houston, Texas, is a prestigious magnet school within the Houston Independent School District (HISD) renowned for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to bilingualism. The school offers a specialized dual-language immersion program in English and Spanish, designed to foster biliteracy, biculturalism, and high academic achievement for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. By integrating language acquisition with a challenging core curriculum, Wharton provides a unique educational experience that prepares students to succeed in an increasingly globalized society.

Beyond its academic focus, Wharton is highly regarded for its inclusive community and commitment to cultural enrichment. The school attracts a diverse student body from across the district, drawn by its reputation for excellence and its IB (International Baccalaureate) framework, which emphasizes critical thinking and global-mindedness. With its historic location near downtown Houston and a strong emphasis on family and community engagement, Wharton K-8 serves as a flagship institution for those seeking an immersive, high-quality bilingual education in the heart of the city.

For more information, contact WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY at (713) 535-3771 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.