Serving 701 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bagdad Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bagdad Elementary serves the northwest part of Leander, TX, covering an area of approximately 35.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 5.6 miles, and the furthest edge located 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bagdad Elementary School's student population of 701 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bagdad Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bagdad Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#5229 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
21%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bagdad Elementary School's ranking?
Bagdad Elementary School is ranked #5229 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bagdad Elementary School?
701 students attend Bagdad Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bagdad Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bagdad Elementary School?
Bagdad Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bagdad Elementary School offer ?
Bagdad Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bagdad Elementary School part of?
Bagdad Elementary School is part of Leander Independent School District.
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