GARWOOD EL

GARWOOD EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RICE CISD school district, located in GARWOOD, TX with about 110 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 7 teachers, GARWOOD EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

GARWOOD ELementary is a public school located in Garwood, Texas, serving as a key educational facility within the Rice Consolidated Independent School District. Situated along Highway 71, the school provides foundational education for students in the local rural community, fostering an environment centered on academic growth and core curriculum standards. As part of the Rice CISD system, the school works in alignment with district-wide goals to support student achievement and prepare children for their transition into the district’s middle and high school programs.

The school reflects the close-knit nature of the Garwood area, emphasizing a community-focused approach to learning. By maintaining strong ties to the Rice CISD mission, GARWOOD ELementary aims to provide a safe, nurturing environment that balances traditional instruction with modern educational resources. Families interested in enrollment, specific grade-level offerings, or current academic initiatives can find further information through the district’s official website at http://www.ricecisd.org.

For more information, contact GARWOOD EL at (979) 234-3531 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.