Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Turner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 79% 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: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Turner Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turner Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turner Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2298 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
21%
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
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Turner Elementary School is ranked #2298 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Turner Elementary School often compared to?
Turner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Turner Elementary School?
533 students attend Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Turner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner Elementary School?
Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turner Elementary School offer ?
Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Turner Elementary School part of?
Turner Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
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