Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barbara Fasken Elementary serves the southern part of Laredo, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara Fasken Elementary School's student population of 704 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to igniting the fire within our students to achieve, believe, and succeed.
School Rankings
Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Fasken Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1444 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Fasken Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is ranked #1444 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Fasken Elementary School?
704 students attend Barbara Fasken Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Barbara Fasken Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Fasken Elementary School?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Fasken Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barbara Fasken Elementary School part of?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Barbara Fasken Elementary School located?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is located in the Villas San Agustin neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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