Serving 812 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Brentfield Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brentfield 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
School Overview
Brentfield Elementary School's student population of 812 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
812 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Brentfield Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentfield Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#76 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%

Hispanic
13%
53%

Black
5%
13%

White
73%
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
10%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Brentfield Elementary School's ranking?
Brentfield Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brentfield Elementary School often compared to?
Brentfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brentfield Elementary School?
812 students attend Brentfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Brentfield Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brentfield Elementary School?
Brentfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brentfield Elementary School offer ?
Brentfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Brentfield Elementary School part of?
Brentfield Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brentfield Elementary School located?
Brentfield Elementary School is located in the Far North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Far North Dallas.
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