Barnes Elementary School

2829 Oso Pkwy
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 705 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barnes 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 705 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Top 30% in TX
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Barnes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Barnes Elementary School's student population of 705 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

Barnes 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 Barnes Elementary School is 0.49, 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)
#2273 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
48%
41%
59%
51%
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
19%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barnes Elementary School's ranking?
Barnes Elementary School is ranked #2273 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barnes Elementary School often compared to?
Barnes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Park G/t, Kolda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barnes Elementary School?
705 students attend Barnes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Barnes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnes Elementary School?
Barnes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barnes Elementary School offer ?
Barnes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barnes Elementary School part of?
Barnes Elementary School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Barnes Elementary School located?
Barnes Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in South Side.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 705 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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