Serving 775 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bens Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bens Branch Elementary School's student population of 775 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Bens Branch 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 Bens Branch Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1829 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
37%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bens Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Bens Branch Elementary School is ranked #1829 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bens Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Bens Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kings Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bens Branch Elementary School?
775 students attend Bens Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bens Branch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bens Branch Elementary School?
Bens Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bens Branch Elementary School offer ?
Bens Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bens Branch Elementary School part of?
Bens Branch Elementary School is part of New Caney Independent School District.
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