KETELSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

KETELSEN EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 608 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 34 teachers, KETELSEN 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.

KETELSEN ELementary School is a public school located in the Near Northside neighborhood of Houston, Texas, operating as part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Serving a diverse urban student population, the school is deeply integrated into its local community, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction to students in the early years of their education. The school's curriculum is aligned with district standards, aiming to foster literacy, numeracy, and social development within a supportive classroom environment.

As part of the largest school district in Texas, KETELSEN ELementary benefits from the broader resources and systemic initiatives of HISD, while catering specifically to the needs of its neighborhood families. The school emphasizes student success through a variety of programs designed to improve academic performance and engagement. For families seeking detailed information regarding enrollment, specific academic programs, or current school news, the official Houston ISD website serves as the primary portal for administrative updates and resources.

For more information, contact KETELSEN EL at (713) 220-5050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.