DEANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DEANDA EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 669 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 40 teachers, DEANDA 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.

**DEANDA ELementary School** (officially Manuel DEANDA ELementary) is a public school located in the Houston Independent School District (HISD) at 7980 Almeda Genoa Rd, Houston, TX 77075. Serving students in the southeastern part of Houston, the school is named in honor of Manuel DeAnda, a notable educator and community figure who dedicated his life to serving the local Hispanic population. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic foundation for its students, emphasizing core subjects while fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment tailored to the needs of the surrounding community.

As part of the HISD system, DEANDA ELementary follows the district’s rigorous curriculum standards designed to prepare students for middle school success. The school focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students, often implementing programs that encourage literacy, critical thinking, and civic engagement. By leveraging district resources and maintaining strong ties to the local neighborhood, the school strives to ensure that every student, regardless of background, has access to quality instruction and the necessary tools to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact DEANDA EL at (713) 556-9550 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.