Aikman Elementary School

900 Ave K
Hereford, TX 79045
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aikman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 437 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 30% in TX
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Aikman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Aikman Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

Aikman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aikman Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1685 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
60-64%
44%
55-59%
51%
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aikman Elementary School's ranking?
Aikman Elementary School is ranked #1685 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Aikman Elementary School?
437 students attend Aikman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Aikman Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aikman Elementary School?
Aikman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aikman Elementary School offer ?
Aikman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aikman Elementary School part of?
Aikman Elementary School is part of Hereford Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 437 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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