Bendwood School serves 44 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bendwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bendwood School's student population of 44 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bendwood School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 schools are Bendwood School often compared to?
Bendwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lane School, Soar Center, Hcc Life Skills Program by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bendwood School?
44 students attend Bendwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bendwood School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bendwood School?
Bendwood School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bendwood School offer ?
Bendwood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bendwood School part of?
Bendwood School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bendwood School located?
Bendwood School is located in the Memorial City neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Memorial City.
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