Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Briarmeadow Charter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarmeadow Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Briarmeadow Charter's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briarmeadow Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarmeadow Charter is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#556 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarmeadow Charter's ranking?
Briarmeadow Charter is ranked #556 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Briarmeadow Charter often compared to?
Briarmeadow Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Mark White Elementary School, Piney Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Briarmeadow Charter?
580 students attend Briarmeadow Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Briarmeadow Charter students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarmeadow Charter?
Briarmeadow Charter has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briarmeadow Charter offer ?
Briarmeadow Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Briarmeadow Charter part of?
Briarmeadow Charter is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Briarmeadow Charter located?
Briarmeadow Charter is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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