Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brinker Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brinker 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
Brinker Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brinker 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 Brinker Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#668 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brinker Elementary School's ranking?
Brinker Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brinker Elementary School often compared to?
Brinker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barksdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% 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 Brinker Elementary School?
583 students attend Brinker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Brinker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brinker Elementary School?
Brinker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brinker Elementary School offer ?
Brinker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Brinker Elementary School part of?
Brinker Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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