Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Beard Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beard Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beard Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#615 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
31%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Beard Elementary School's ranking?
Beard Elementary School is ranked #615 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Beard Elementary School often compared to?
Beard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helotes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Beard Elementary School?
559 students attend Beard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Beard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beard Elementary School?
Beard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beard Elementary School offer ?
Beard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beard Elementary School part of?
Beard Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Beard Elementary School located?
Beard Elementary School is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of Helotes, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
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