Home of the Hummingbirds, Holmquist Elementary opened in 2007 with halls decorated in the school colors of light blue and yellow. This highly regarded institution is a public school located in the Briar Village neighborhood of Houston, Texas.
The school is named after David Holmquist, who worked 29 years for the Alief Independent School District. Holmquist held various titles such as football coach, business educator and coordinating principal. The school is proud to offer a variety of academics and extracurriculars to help students discover their interest and talents.
Those interested in academics can apply for Gifted and Talented services at this Alief ISD's elementary school. With multiple playgrounds available, Holmquist has a large outdoor area for students to enjoy.
Students at Holmquist Elementary can take advantage of various programs offered by Alief ISD, while music classes are provided to help young learners engage their more creative sides. In addition, basketball camps, health events, book fairs and other events are held at Holmquist Elementary throughout the school year.
Students at the elementary school can participate in Alief 1:1 Student Device Program. Using this program, students in the third through twelfth grades can learn, collaborate and develop skills using digital devices.
Holmquist Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-4
15040 Westpark Dr,
Houston, TX
Alief Independent School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Niche Grade
B
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
62
Full Time Teachers
62
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.8%
GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
374:1
Student Diversity
Male
54.1%
Female
45.9%
Black
46.9%
Hispanic
43%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.1%
White
3.5%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
8/25/2016
This new administration cares less of the kids. My daughter was constantly bullied on the bus and inside the classroom too. I reported the situation to Ms. Toney, the principal. She told me that kids would be kids and that my daughter would learn to be tough because the world is a tough place to liv...
9/28/2015
I have three kids at this school and never had a single problem. Holmquist is their second home. The affection and positive energy the staff gives to every student from the front door till the classroom have a magical impact. The principal is also excellent
8/31/2015
It is a good for my children but far from us and I met problems in the school site registeration
11/1/2014
This school has a nice appearance, but the staff lacks the ability to control the students. My daughter was being bullied, after meeting with Ms. Desauto her staff began to constantly write up my daughter and call me complaining about her on a weekly basis. Your child is retaliated against after ale...
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Briar Village
List Price Range
$166K - $1.6M
Homes For Sale
143
Average Home Value
$364,631
Median Lot Size
6,534 Sq Ft
% Renters
67%
Household Income
$78,033
% of College Grads
42.7%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
2,246 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
60.8%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Parks in this Area
McClendon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Ray Miller Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Mike Driscoll Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Mission Bend Community Park
Archbishop Joseph A. Fiorenza Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Shadow Briar Recreation Center
- Pool
- Tennis
- Community Center
Brays Bayou Park
Sylvia's Garden
Wingate Community Park
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