Banquete Elementary School

5436 Bulldog Ln
Banquete, TX 78339
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Banquete 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 60-64% (which is higher 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Top 30% in TX
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Banquete Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Banquete 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 Banquete Elementary School is 0.26, 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)
#2091 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
41%
60-64%
51%
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Banquete Elementary School's ranking?
Banquete Elementary School is ranked #2091 out of 8,188 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Banquete Elementary School?
355 students attend Banquete Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Banquete Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banquete Elementary School?
Banquete Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banquete Elementary School offer ?
Banquete Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Banquete Elementary School part of?
Banquete Elementary School is part of Banquete Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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