Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bonham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonham Elementary School's student population of 706 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Bonham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonham Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#4234 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
73%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
14%
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
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Bonham Elementary School's ranking?
Bonham Elementary School is ranked #4234 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bonham Elementary School often compared to?
Bonham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Fasken Elementary School, General Tommy Franks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bonham Elementary School?
706 students attend Bonham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bonham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonham Elementary School?
Bonham Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bonham Elementary School offer ?
Bonham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Bonham Elementary School part of?
Bonham Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bonham Elementary School located?
Bonham Elementary School is located in the Dellwood neighborhood of Midland, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Dellwood.
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