Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John D Spicer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John D Spicer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John D Spicer Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John D Spicer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John D Spicer Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#3169 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
30%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John D Spicer Elementary School's ranking?
John D Spicer Elementary School is ranked #3169 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John D Spicer Elementary School often compared to?
John D Spicer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 John D Spicer Elementary School?
390 students attend John D Spicer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of John D Spicer Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John D Spicer Elementary School?
John D Spicer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John D Spicer Elementary School offer ?
John D Spicer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John D Spicer Elementary School part of?
John D Spicer Elementary School is part of Birdville ISD School District.
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