Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Block House Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Block House Creek Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Block House Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Block House Creek Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#3208 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
59%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Block House Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Block House Creek Elementary School is ranked #3208 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Block House Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Block House Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monta Jane Akin Elementary School, Rancho Sienna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Block House Creek Elementary School?
495 students attend Block House Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Block House Creek Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Block House Creek Elementary School?
Block House Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Block House Creek Elementary School offer ?
Block House Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Block House Creek Elementary School part of?
Block House Creek Elementary School is part of Leander ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Block House Creek Elementary School located?
Block House Creek Elementary School is located in the Block House Creek neighborhood of Leander, TX.
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