GARRETT EL

GARRETT EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SHELDON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 636 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade 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, GARRETT 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.

GARRETT ELementary is a public school located in Houston, Texas, and serves as part of the Sheldon Independent School District. The school is committed to providing a supportive and engaging educational environment for its students, focusing on academic growth and the development of foundational skills necessary for future success. By fostering a culture of collaboration, GARRETT ELementary aims to prepare its diverse student body to become responsible, life-long learners within their community.

As part of the Sheldon ISD, the school utilizes the district's broader resources to implement a balanced curriculum that emphasizes both core academic subjects and social-emotional development. The school’s administration and faculty focus on creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation and parental involvement. Through their commitment to excellence and high expectations, GARRETT ELementary strives to ensure that every student has the tools and guidance required to excel in their educational journey.

For more information, contact GARRETT EL at (281) 727-4200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12017 GARRETT RD
HOUSTON, TX 77044
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GARRETT EL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 636 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SHELDON ISD
Total Students:
636
Teachers:
40.55
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 636 students

Hispanic/Latino
62.7%
Black or African American
29.9%
White
5.7%
Two or more races
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.