Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Johnson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson 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
Johnson Elementary School's student population of 694 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson 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 Johnson Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1071 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
36%
26%
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
31%
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 Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1071 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claybon Elementary School, Lewis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?
694 students attend Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Johnson Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Elementary School?
Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Johnson Elementary School part of?
Johnson Elementary School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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