Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alvord Elementary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvord Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alvord Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alvord Elementary 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 Alvord Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1136 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
86%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Alvord Elementary School's ranking?
Alvord Elementary School is ranked #1136 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alvord Elementary School often compared to?
Alvord Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chico Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Alvord Elementary School?
377 students attend Alvord Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Alvord Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvord Elementary School?
Alvord Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvord Elementary School offer ?
Alvord Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alvord Elementary School part of?
Alvord Elementary School is part of Alvord ISD School District.
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