MATTHYS EL

MATTHYS EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PASADENA ISD school district, located in SOUTH HOUSTON, TX with about 664 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 45 teachers, MATTHYS EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

**MATTHYS ELementary School**, located at 1500 Main St in South Houston, Texas, is a public school serving the Pasadena Independent School District (PISD). The school is deeply integrated into the South Houston community, providing foundational education to a diverse student body. As part of the Pasadena ISD, MATTHYS ELementary follows the district’s mission to provide high-quality instruction aimed at preparing students for academic success through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like reading, mathematics, science, and social studies.

The school environment at Matthys is characterized by its commitment to student growth and social-emotional development. Like many schools in the South Houston area, it serves a predominantly Hispanic and economically diverse population, and it often provides additional support services, such as bilingual education programs and supplemental resources, to ensure all students meet state educational standards. By fostering a collaborative culture between educators, families, and the surrounding community, MATTHYS ELementary works to create a nurturing space where young learners can build the necessary skills to succeed as they transition into intermediate and middle school levels.

For more information, contact MATTHYS EL at (713) 740-0632 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.