School History

Davila Elementary School, located in Houston, opened in August 1990, and was named after Jaime Davila, a product of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). He was the first student from the East End to receive a full scholarship to Harvard University, graduating Cum Laude in 1982. The school was established to provide a quality neighborhood school with high academic standards for the surrounding community. 

Here's a more detailed look at the school's history and the person it's named after:

• Jaime Davila:

  Born in 1959, Mr. Davila's parents were immigrants from Mexico. He attended HISD schools and went on to graduate from Harvard with honors and later from the University of Texas School of Law. He became a successful attorney and had aspirations to enter public service. Sadly, he passed away before realizing this goal. The school offers the Apollo 20 program to enhance student achievement and prepare them for college and careers. It also has a Gifted & Talented program and a Project Lead The Way curriculum.