Serving 886 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbara Fasken Elementary School's student population of 886 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Fasken Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2780 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
34%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Fasken Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is ranked #2780 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbara Fasken Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara Fasken Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greathouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Fasken Elementary School?
886 students attend Barbara Fasken Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Barbara Fasken Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbara Fasken Elementary School?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Fasken Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Barbara Fasken Elementary School part of?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
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