Channelview, Texas facts for kids
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Channelview, Texas
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Location of Channelview in Harris County and Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Harris |
| Area | |
| • Total | 18.1 sq mi (47.0 km2) |
| • Land | 14.8 sq mi (38.3 km2) |
| • Water | 3.4 sq mi (8.7 km2) |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 45,688 |
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43,204 |
| • Density | 2,517.7/sq mi (972.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
77530
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| Area code(s) | 281 |
| FIPS code | 48-14236 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1373053 |
Channelview is a community in Texas, located on the east side of Houston in Harris County. It's called a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes, but it's not an officially incorporated city or town. In 2020, about 45,688 people lived there.
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History of Channelview
Channelview got its name because it's located on a curve of the Houston Ship Channel. This channel is a very important waterway for ships.
The land where Channelview is today was once owned by Lorenzo de Zavala. He was one of the important people who helped create the Republic of Texas. This was a country that existed before Texas became part of the United States.
During World War II, a large part of the area was used by the United States Army. It was called the San Jacinto Ordnance Depot. This was a place where military supplies were stored.
In 1990, there was an industrial accident at a petrochemical plant in Channelview. This event, known as the 1990 ARCO explosion, sadly caused 17 deaths.
Geography of Channelview
Channelview is located where the San Jacinto River meets the Old River. It is north of Interstate 10 and the Missouri Pacific Railroad. It's also about 15 miles (24 km) east of downtown Houston.
The United States Census Bureau says that Channelview covers a total area of 47.0 square kilometers (18.1 square miles). About 8.7 square kilometers (3.4 square miles) of this area is covered by water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 17,471 | — | |
| 1990 | 25,564 | 46.3% | |
| 2000 | 29,685 | 16.1% | |
| 2010 | 38,289 | 29.0% | |
| 2020 | 45,688 | 19.3% | |
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In 2020, Channelview had 45,688 people living there. The community has grown quite a bit over the years.
Channelview is a very diverse place. Many different groups of people live there. In 2020, a large part of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Channelview
Most students in Channelview attend schools in the Channelview Independent School District. This district has its main office right in Channelview.
- The Channelview ISD has:
- One school for pre-kindergarten students.
- Six elementary schools (like Harvey Brown and DeZavala).
- Two junior high schools (Alice Johnson and Anthony Aguirre).
- A 9th Grade Center (L.W. Kolarik).
- Channelview High School.
- An alternative high school called Endeavor High School of Choice.
Some parts of Channelview are served by the Galena Park Independent School District. Students in these areas go to schools like Sam Houston Elementary and North Shore Senior High School.
All residents of Channelview can attend San Jacinto College after high school.
There are also private schools in Channelview, such as Family Christian Academy and Foundation Christian School.
Parks and Fun Things to Do
Harris County Precinct 2 manages several parks and community centers in Channelview. These include:
- The V.V. Ramsey Community Center.
- The M.L. Flukinger Community Center.
- The Old River Terrace Park.
These places offer activities and spaces for people to enjoy.
Community Services
The United States Postal Service has a post office in Channelview. It is located on Sheldon Road.
For healthcare, residents can go to the Baytown Health Center or the Settegast Health Center. The main public hospital for the area is Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital in Houston.
Famous People from Channelview
Channelview has been home to several talented athletes:
- Jalen Hurts: He is a famous NFL quarterback. He graduated from Channelview High School and led the Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl in 2022-2023.
- Chris Sampson: A former pitcher for the Houston Astros baseball team.
- Johnny Knox: A former wide receiver for the Chicago Bears football team.
- Glenn Wilson: A former outfielder in professional baseball.
See also
In Spanish: Channelview para niños
