Serving 700 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barnes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barnes Elementary serves the southeast part of Corpus Christi, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Barnes Elementary School's student population of 700 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Barnes 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 Barnes Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1534 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
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)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Barnes Elementary School's ranking?
Barnes Elementary School is ranked #1534 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
64% 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 Barnes Elementary School?
700 students attend Barnes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Barnes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% 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 16:1, 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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