SAM HOUSTON EL

SAM HOUSTON EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WESLACO ISD school district, located in WESLACO, TX with about 738 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 43 teachers, SAM HOUSTON 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.

SAM HOUSTON ELementary is a public school located in Weslaco, Texas, serving as part of the Weslaco Independent School District. Situated at 608 N. Cantu, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, quality education for students in the Rio Grande Valley. As an elementary institution, it focuses on building a strong academic and social foundation for young learners, emphasizing literacy, numeracy, and character development in a supportive environment.

The school operates with a focus on student achievement and holistic growth, utilizing the resources and curriculum standards set forth by the Weslaco Independent School District. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators, families, and the community, SAM HOUSTON ELementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. Those interested in specific academic programs, faculty information, or upcoming events can find further details on their official school website at http://www.samhouston.wisd.us/.

For more information, contact SAM HOUSTON EL at (956) 969-6740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

608 N CANTU
WESLACO, TX 78596-4878
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SAM HOUSTON EL is a public Title I school in WESLACO, TX with about 738 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
WESLACO ISD
Total Students:
738
Teachers:
43.73
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
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 738 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SAM HOUSTON EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 98% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
98.4%
White
0.9%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%

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.