Why Briarwood? At Briarwood, we start our journey by identifying how your child learns best. Through intensive instruction, we strive to remediate weaknesses while teaching to each child's strengths. This approach leads to stronger academic skills and increased self-esteem. We provide proven remediation and support for students with diagnosed learning differences while fostering talents, strengths, and opportunities in and outside of the classroom.
We emphasize language, reading, fluency, comprehension, time management, and organizational skills through evidence-based, specialized programs.
We ensure individualized instruction and active participation through small class sizes.
We provide a guidance program to assist each graduate with his or her post-high school years.
We provide opportunities for professional development for faculty, staff, and outreach to the professional community. We maintain two full-time Licensed Professional Counselors.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked TX School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 20 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Briarwood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, ADHD
Year Founded
1967
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
349 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
![The Briarwood School Student By Grade The Briarwood School Student By Grade](http://images1.privateschoolreview.com/charts/28000/27571/the-briarwood-school-chart-16mjf5dkx7pv1.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 20 / rolling
% on Financial Aid
23%
Admissions Director
Debbie Etheridge
Admissions Associate
Brynn Matherne
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Middle School Clubs, Upper School Clubs
Arts and Music Programs:
Lower School After School - Mustang Madness (Arts & Crafts, Chess, Coding, Tae Kwon Do, etc.), Lower School Mustang Choir, Upper School Theater
Middle School Clubs, Upper School Clubs
Arts and Music Programs:
Lower School After School - Mustang Madness (Arts & Crafts, Chess, Coding, Tae Kwon Do, etc.), Lower School Mustang Choir, Upper School Theater
School Notes
- The Briarwood School provides a traditional school experience for students who learn in a variety of non-traditional ways. Utilizing the latest research in brain science and constantly drawing from evidence-based best practices, our curriculum is specifically designed with our individual learners' needs in mind. Our academic program is divided across three divisions (Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School) and provides students with an array of instructional strategies.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does The Briarwood School offer?
The Briarwood School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is The Briarwood School's ranking?
The Briarwood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Briarwood School?
The application deadline for The Briarwood School is Feb. 20 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 20 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is The Briarwood School located?
The Briarwood School is located in the Briar Forest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other private schools located in Briar Forest.
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