Serving 753 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benignus Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Benignus Elementary serves the northern part of Spring, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benignus 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
Benignus Elementary School's student population of 753 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
753 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In Klein ISD, Every Student Enters With A Promise & Exits With A Purpose.
School Rankings
Benignus 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 Benignus Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#820 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Benignus Elementary School's ranking?
Benignus Elementary School is ranked #820 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Benignus Elementary School often compared to?
Benignus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kreinhop Elementary School, Frank Elementary School, French Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benignus Elementary School?
753 students attend Benignus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Benignus Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benignus Elementary School?
Benignus Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benignus Elementary School offer ?
Benignus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benignus Elementary School part of?
Benignus Elementary School is part of Klein Independent School District.
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