Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Birdwell 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 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Birdwell Elementary serves the eastern part of Tyler, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birdwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Birdwell School's student population of 568 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birdwell 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 Birdwell School is 0.20, 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
#1615 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
7%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Cross CountrySoccer
SwimmingTennis
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School uses a systematic approach to engage students across content areas in both English and Spanish. Our highly-qualified teachers use the partner language for at least half of the instructional day beginning in pre-K and ending in 8th grade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birdwell School's ranking?
Birdwell School is ranked #1615 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Birdwell School often compared to?
Birdwell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caldwell Arts Academy, Owens Elementary School, Ut Tyler University Academy At Tyler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Birdwell School?
568 students attend Birdwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Birdwell School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birdwell School?
Birdwell School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birdwell School offer ?
Birdwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Birdwell School part of?
Birdwell School is part of Tyler Independent School District.
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