Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Neal Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Neal Elementary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neal Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neal Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#3410 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
5%
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
89%
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 Neal Elementary School's ranking?
Neal Elementary School is ranked #3410 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Neal Elementary School often compared to?
Neal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kemp-carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Neal Elementary School?
366 students attend Neal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Neal Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neal Elementary School?
Neal Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neal Elementary School offer ?
Neal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Neal Elementary School part of?
Neal Elementary School is part of Bryan Independent School District.
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