Serving 854 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barbara Jordan 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbara Jordan Elementary School's student population of 854 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barbara Jordan 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 Jordan Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#4080 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
19%
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
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School is ranked #4080 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbara Jordan Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara Jordan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee Buice Elementary School, Ross Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Jordan Elementary School?
854 students attend Barbara Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Barbara Jordan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% 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 Jordan Elementary School?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barbara Jordan Elementary School part of?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School is part of Ector County Independent School District.
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