Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benbrook 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benbrook Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benbrook 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 Benbrook Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#2848 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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 Benbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Benbrook Elementary School is ranked #2848 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Benbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Benbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Elementary School, Holbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benbrook Elementary School?
489 students attend Benbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Benbrook Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benbrook Elementary School?
Benbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benbrook Elementary School offer ?
Benbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benbrook Elementary School part of?
Benbrook Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Benbrook Elementary School located?
Benbrook Elementary School is located in the Langwood neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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