Serving 391 students in grades 1-5, Bishop 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 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bishop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bishop Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bishop 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 Bishop Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#3638 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bishop Elementary School's ranking?
Bishop Elementary School is ranked #3638 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bishop Elementary School often compared to?
Bishop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treetops School International by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bishop Elementary School?
391 students attend Bishop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bishop Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bishop Elementary School?
Bishop Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bishop Elementary School offer ?
Bishop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Bishop Elementary School part of?
Bishop Elementary School is part of Everman Independent School District.
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