Blackshear Elementary was built in 1916 and named after Edward L. Blackshear, who later served as the director of what is now known as Prairie View A&M University.
Located at 2900 Holman St., within Houston’s historic Third Ward neighborhood, Blackshear Elementary is part of the Houston Independent School District and serves pre-kindergarten through grade five.
The school is open to students who reside within the school zone or are accepted through the district’s magnet program.
Blackshear Elementary is one of just a few schools within Houston’s Independent School District that offers a Montessori magnet program. Montessori learning revolves around self-directed activities, hands-on learning and a focus on the child’s interests and abilities, all under the guidance of a Montessori-trained teacher.
The school also offers a gifted and talented program.
Blackshear Elementary is home to approximately 350 students, with a student-teacher ratio of about 16-to-1.
Blackshear Elementary School’s logo consists of a crest with the phrase, “Where the pride of Third Ward begins,” which seems fitting given the school’s history, community engagement and core values, which include integrity, mutual respect, determination and courage.
Blackshear Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
2900 Holman St,
Houston, TX
Houston Independent School District
School Details
Head of School
Ms Alicia Lewis
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Niche Grade
C+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
29.7%
GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
342:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.9%
Female
47.1%
Black
86.4%
Hispanic
10.4%
White
1.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Two or more races
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
3/30/2023
This school is horrible!!! The school assistant principal (DROSEY) have relationships with the kids parents KEEP YOUR KIDS AWAY!
11/17/2022
Hermosa escuela es más morenito el area pero la escuela las maestras muy buenas así que no se dejen ir por como la gente se ve para mi como hispana es mejor escuelas sin racismo que mis hijos han estado Love this school for my kids I am Hispanic mom and I say this school is the best and high school...
8/4/2022
I love this school. My son graduated kindergarten reading and doing math which has been a joy to see. The holiday programs are always so well put together and thoughtful. The staff is conscious of the community they serve and they work hard to do their best.
6/9/2021
Awesome school! Teachers are amazing and very creative. I love their way of teaching, they are very understanding and supportive. I recommend this school.
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List Price Range
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Homes For Sale
129
Average Home Value
$328,732
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
72%
Average Household Income
$57,618
% of College Grads
33.5%
Median Age
29
Average House Size
1,592 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
51.6%
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Blackshear Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Houston, TX and is served by the Houston Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 289 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Blackshear Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $328,732. Discover additional schools in the area, like Yates High School, Houston Academy for International Studies, Young Women's College Prep Academy, and more. Learn more about what Houston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Blackshear Elementary School.