Houston Gardens, Houston facts for kids
Houston/Trinity Gardens is a neighborhood located in Houston, Texas. It is known as an African-American neighborhood and has a unique history and layout.
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How Houston Gardens Began
Long ago, during a time called the New Deal, the government had a special plan. This plan helped people who didn't own land or homes. It gave them a chance to become homeowners. Houston Gardens was created as part of this plan. It was the only community like it in the bigger Greater Houston area. In the 1940s, the city of Houston officially made Houston Gardens part of the city.
What Houston Gardens Looks Like
Experts have described Houston Gardens as "rurban." This word means it has a mix of city (urban) and country (rural) features. If you look at a map, Houston Gardens has a very special shape. It looks like a large oval. This oval is divided into land plots that are shaped like pieces of pie. This unique design makes Houston Gardens easy to spot on any map of Houston.
Who Lives in Houston Gardens?
In 2015, the Trinity/Houston Gardens Super Neighborhood had almost 16,000 residents. Most of the people living there, about 67%, were non-Hispanic black. About 30% were Hispanic. A smaller number were non-Hispanic white or other groups. In the year 2000, the neighborhood had even more people, over 18,000 residents. At that time, about 81% were non-Hispanic black, and 16% were Hispanic.
Schools in Houston Gardens
Students living in Houston Gardens attend schools that are part of the Houston Independent School District. The elementary school for the area is Ernest McGowen Sr. Elementary School. For middle school, students go to Key Middle School. High school students attend Kashmere High School.
Fun and Parks
The City of Houston makes sure there are places for fun and relaxation. The city operates a park called Houston Gardens Park. It's a great place for residents to enjoy outdoor activities.
