Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackland Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackland Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blackland Prairie Elementary School's student population of 749 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackland Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackland Prairie 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
#925 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
50%
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
9%
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 Blackland Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School is ranked #925 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blackland Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Blackland Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blackland Prairie Elementary School?
749 students attend Blackland Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Blackland Prairie Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% 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 Blackland Prairie Elementary School?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackland Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blackland Prairie Elementary School part of?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackland Prairie Elementary School located?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School is located in the Lake Forest neighborhood of Round Rock, TX.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2020
Excellent supportive teachers! Blown away by their commitment to the children here and education they are providing my child. They have so many additional interactive activities for families to be a part of the experience outside of school hours. Well done!
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