Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ballinger 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ballinger Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ballinger school district, covering approximately 416.4 square miles. The zone typically extends about 20 to 30 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the edge and a maximum reach of 18.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ballinger Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ballinger Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballinger 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
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballinger Elementary School's ranking?
Ballinger Elementary School is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ballinger Elementary School often compared to?
Ballinger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winters Elementary School, Miles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Ballinger Elementary School?
377 students attend Ballinger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ballinger Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballinger Elementary School?
Ballinger Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ballinger Elementary School offer ?
Ballinger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ballinger Elementary School part of?
Ballinger Elementary School is part of Ballinger Independent School District.
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