Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Barbara Bush Primary ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is lower 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Early Childhood Learning Center covers the entire Sulphur Springs school district, encompassing approximately 257.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbara Bush Primary's student population of 310 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barbara Bush Primary 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 Barbara Bush Primary is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Bush Primary's ranking?
Barbara Bush Primary is ranked #4171 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Bush Primary?
310 students attend Barbara Bush Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Barbara Bush Primary students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Bush Primary?
Barbara Bush Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Bush Primary offer ?
Barbara Bush Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Barbara Bush Primary part of?
Barbara Bush Primary is part of Sulphur Springs Independent School District.
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