Serving 1,135 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bentley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bentley 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
Bentley Elementary School's student population of 1,135 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bentley 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 Bentley Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#729 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
31%
26%
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
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bentley Elementary School's ranking?
Bentley Elementary School is ranked #729 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bentley Elementary School?
1,135 students attend Bentley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Bentley Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bentley Elementary School?
Bentley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bentley Elementary School offer ?
Bentley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bentley Elementary School part of?
Bentley Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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