Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barbara Jordan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barbara Jordan Elementary serves the northwest part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles, with most students living within a 1.3-mile average distance from the school and the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbara Jordan Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
FBISD exists to inspire and equip all students to pursue futures beyond what they can imagine.
School Rankings
Barbara Jordan 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 Barbara Jordan Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#3263 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School is ranked #3263 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbara Jordan Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara Jordan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juan Seguin Elementary School, H F Mcneill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Jordan Elementary School?
410 students attend Barbara Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Barbara Jordan Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Jordan Elementary School?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barbara Jordan Elementary School part of?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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