Bendwood School serves 41 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bendwood School's student population of 41 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 73% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bendwood School is 0.63, 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
10:1
14:1
American Indian
10%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
10%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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?
41 students attend Bendwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bendwood School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bendwood School?
Bendwood School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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