Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Blum Isd 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blum Isd ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Blum Isd's student population of 331 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ever onward is our motto, Shout it to the sky. FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!
School Rankings
Blum Isd ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blum Isd is 0.27, 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
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
85%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
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 Blum Isd's ranking?
Blum Isd is ranked #2600 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blum Isd often compared to?
Blum Isdis often viewed alongside schools like Covington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blum Isd?
The graduation rate of Blum Isd is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blum Isd?
331 students attend Blum Isd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Blum Isd students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blum Isd?
Blum Isd has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blum Isd offer ?
Blum Isd offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Blum Isd part of?
Blum Isd is part of Blum Independent School District.
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