Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bastian Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bastian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bastian Elementary School's student population of 664 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
664 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Bastian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bastian Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#7295 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%

Hispanic
32%
53%

Black
64%
13%

White
2%
25%

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
100%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bastian Elementary School's ranking?
Bastian Elementary School is ranked #7295 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bastian Elementary School often compared to?
Bastian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townewest Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bastian Elementary School?
664 students attend Bastian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bastian Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bastian Elementary School?
Bastian Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bastian Elementary School offer ?
Bastian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bastian Elementary School part of?
Bastian Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bastian Elementary School located?
Bastian Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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