Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Buckalew Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckalew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buckalew Elementary School's student population of 743 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Buckalew Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckalew Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#106 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
56%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Buckalew Elementary School's ranking?
Buckalew Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Buckalew Elementary School often compared to?
Buckalew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galatas Elementary School, Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Buckalew Elementary School?
743 students attend Buckalew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Buckalew Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckalew Elementary School?
Buckalew Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buckalew Elementary School offer ?
Buckalew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Buckalew Elementary School part of?
Buckalew Elementary School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Buckalew Elementary School located?
Buckalew Elementary School is located in the Alden Bridge neighborhood of Spring, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Alden Bridge.
School Reviews
2 4/15/2016
If your child fits in the "box" for reading, writing and arithmetic they will do fine here (and I mean from kindergarten). If not go private or home school.
5 3/28/2011
Excellent school with the best aspect by far being the caring, professional, experienced staff!
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