1. River Oaks Elementary School IB World School Annual Data Review 2017-2018
Keri Fovargue, Ph.D.
Head of School
Dr. Keri Fovargue,
Head of School

2. SCHOOL BACKGROUND
Having opened its doors in 1928 in the heart of River Oaks, ROE boasts a rich history as an exceptional educational institution.
642 students grades K-5
71% Gifted and Talented
IB World School Authorization, 2005
Vanguard Magnet designation, 1972
Active Parent Organization

3. DEMOGRAPHICS Students by Race/Ethnicity 41% White 27% Asian
16% Hispanic
9% Multi-racial
7% African American
Students by Program
71% GT
13% At-Risk
14% Sped./504
12% Low SES
5% ELL
Enrollment
46% Vanguard Magnet Transfers
54% Zoned Students

4. Our Mission River Oaks Elementary School develops extraordinary
learners through a program of differentiated, rigorous
inquiry so that they may innovate and collaborate in a
global society.
The International Baccalaureate Primary years
Programme provides our framework for the
development of internationally-minded learners
that embody the ten attributes of the IB learner profile:
inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators,
principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced
and reflective.

5. Our Core Beliefs All learners have the right to develop
their gifts and talents. All learners benefit from project-based learning that fosters creativity and innovation. All learners deserve enrichment opportunities that stimulate intellectual, physical, and
creative growth.
All stakeholders (learners, staff, parents, and community members) play a vital role in the success of our school and thrive in a culture of mutual respect.
Our Core Beliefs

6. Let’s Celebrate International Baccalaureate World School
Ranked #1 in Houston by Children at Risk
Texas Honor Roll School
Odyssey of the Mind Honors
Name That Book K-2 District)
District Spelling Bee Winner
Young Inventors Showcase Regional Campus
TEA Met Standard w/Distinctions
Let’s Celebrate

7. MET STANDARD
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
6 yr Avg.
3rd Reading 96 97
100 99
3rd Math 94
4th Reading 95 98
4th Writing 90
4th Math
5th Reading
5th Math
5th Science

8. ADVANCED PERFORMANCE
2015
2016
2017
2/3 yr avg.
3rd Reading 73 79 77 76
3rd Mathematics
n/a 70 75
4th Reading 65 72 71
4th Writing 43 60 44 49
4th Math 69 67 68
5th Reading 80 78
5th Math 82 74
5th Science 53 57

9. Attendance In 2016-2017, we lost $65,692.41

10. PD Focus for 2017 IB Self-Study Phase/Program Evaluation
Reader’s/Writer’s Workshop
Everyday Mathematics
Inquiry, Action and Philanthropy
Team Building

11. PYP Updates and Self-Study Begins!