At Griffin Elementary, you will find a warm, inviting campsite where curious bear cubs are on an exciting path to excellence. Students, teachers, staff and the community alike are committed to making this exceptional school a “Grrrrrrrreat” place to learn and grow.

Griffin Elementary’s student-centered environment embraces the unique learning styles of all students. It is the goal for each and every Grizzly to become a capable, confident and life-long learner. Through discovery and exploration, students will gain values, knowledge and skills to reach their maximum potential. Unique Programs such as Character Counts focus on the whole student, teaching the value of respect, responsibility, generosity and perseverance.

Devoted administrators and teachers carefully guide students through every twist and turn along the path to learning. Teachers have loaded up their backpacks, filled with enthusiasm and expertise, and are hitting the trails marked for success. Their fireside stories are about meeting children’s needs, promoting continuous life-long learning, using technology in the classroom, and working collaboratively and reflectively for student success.    

Griffin Elementary is fortunate to have the support of parents, community and local businesses. Supporting Griffin are numerous volunteers who began preparations for our first day of school several months ago and who continue to help with daily activities. PTA moms and dads installed the beautiful new playground, raise funds for school projects, and assist teachers with special needs. Michael L. Griffin, the school’s treasured namesake, regularly volunteers his time and challenges students with math and science questions in the school’s weekly newsletter.

With supportive administrators and teachers as their trail guides, the Griffin Grizzlies are sure to make tracks to excellence.

Report Card Data

2008-09 TAKS Scores*

• Reading: 100%
• Math: 99%
• Writing: 100%
• Science: 99%

*Scores include the Texas Projection Measure (TPM), which is used to determine school ratings.

2009 Accountability rating: Exemplary

2008 TEA Report Card Data

Avg. yrs. teacher experience: 8.4

Avg. students per teacher: 17.3

Student profile:

• White: 60.0%
• Asian: 19.1%
• Hispanic: 16.7%
• African American: 4.0%
• Native American:  0.2%
• Low income: 2.8%
• Limited English: 9.3%

Special program enrollment:

• Special education: 6.2%
• Bilingual/ESL: 8.9%
• Gifted/Talented: 4.9%