Serving 1,017 students in grades 1-5, Silsbee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 1,017 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silsbee Elementary School's student population of 1,017 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
1,017 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silsbee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silsbee Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#6818 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
66%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silsbee Elementary School's ranking?
Silsbee Elementary School is ranked #6818 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Silsbee Elementary School often compared to?
Silsbee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Reeves Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Silsbee Elementary School?
1,017 students attend Silsbee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Silsbee Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silsbee Elementary School?
Silsbee Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silsbee Elementary School offer ?
Silsbee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Silsbee Elementary School part of?
Silsbee Elementary School is part of Silsbee Independent School District.
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