School Overview
Durham Elementary School, located at 4803 Brinkman Street in the Oak Forest area of Houston, is a public elementary school serving students within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Known for its neighborhood-focused atmosphere, the school provides a foundational academic program designed to serve the diverse educational needs of the surrounding community. As part of the state's largest school district, Durham Elementary benefits from the resources and curriculum standards provided by HISD, while maintaining a local identity that emphasizes student engagement and community involvement.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student development, offering a blend of core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies—alongside enrichment opportunities that support a well-rounded educational experience. By fostering a supportive classroom environment and maintaining an active connection with parents and neighborhood families, Durham Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school success. For families seeking specific details on enrollment, school calendars, or current district-wide policies, the official Houston ISD website serves as the primary portal for up-to-date information.
571
Total Students
32.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DURHAM EL
Demographic Student Count
White147
Hispanic346
Black59
Asian4
Two or More14
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    346 (60.6 %)
  • White
    147 (25.7 %)
  • Black
    59 (10.3 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.5 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: HOUSTON ISD
Phone: (713)613-2527
Website: http://www.houstonisd.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 571
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 317
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 78
Kindergarten 88
Grade 1 97
Grade 2 84
Grade 3 79
Grade 4 81
Grade 5 64

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DURHAM EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten78
Kindergarten88
Grade 197
Grade 284
Grade 379
Grade 481
Grade 564
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DURHAM EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28549.9%
Male28650.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)