Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Axtell 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Axtell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Axtell Elementary School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Axtell 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 Axtell Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
76%
25%
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
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axtell Elementary School's ranking?
Axtell Elementary School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Axtell Elementary School often compared to?
Axtell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Axtell Elementary School?
391 students attend Axtell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Axtell Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Axtell Elementary School?
Axtell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Axtell Elementary School offer ?
Axtell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Axtell Elementary School part of?
Axtell Elementary School is part of Axtell Independent School District.
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