Serving 721 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buna Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BUNA EL's attendance zone covers the entire Buna, TX school district, encompassing approximately 219.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 14.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buna Elementary School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Better Cougars
School Rankings
Buna Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buna Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1818 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
90%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buna Elementary School's ranking?
Buna Elementary School is ranked #1818 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Buna Elementary School?
721 students attend Buna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Buna Elementary School students are White, 5% 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 Buna Elementary School?
Buna Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buna Elementary School offer ?
Buna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Buna Elementary School part of?
Buna Elementary School is part of Buna Independent School District.
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