Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Birdwell Dual Language Immersion 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School's student population of 441 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School is 0.15, 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
#1362 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Cross Country, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School uses a systematic approach to engage students across content areas in both English and Spanish. Our highly-qualified teachers use the partner language for at least half of the instructional day beginning in pre-K and ending in 8th grade.
Profile last updated: 01/22/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School's ranking?
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School is ranked #1362 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School often compared to?
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owens Elementary School, Ut Tyler University At Tyler, Caldwell Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School?
441 students attend Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School?
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School offer ?
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School part of?
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School is part of Tyler ISD School District.
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