Serving 741 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Barbara Cockrell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Barbara Cockrell Elementary serves the northeast area of Pearland, TX, encompassing approximately 5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School's student population of 741 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
741 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Cockrell Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#777 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Cockrell Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School is ranked #777 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbara Cockrell Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara Cockrell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C J Harris Elementary School, Magnolia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Cockrell Elementary School?
741 students attend Barbara Cockrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Barbara Cockrell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Cockrell Elementary School?
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Cockrell Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Barbara Cockrell Elementary School part of?
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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