Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kirksey 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirksey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kirksey Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kirksey 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 Kirksey Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#629 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirksey Elementary School's ranking?
Kirksey Elementary School is ranked #629 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kirksey Elementary School?
163 students attend Kirksey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kirksey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirksey Elementary School?
Kirksey Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kirksey Elementary School offer ?
Kirksey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kirksey Elementary School part of?
Kirksey Elementary School is part of Booker Independent School District.
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