Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carpenter Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpenter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Carpenter Elementary School's student population of 600 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Carpenter Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carpenter Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1176 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
30%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpenter Elementary School's ranking?
Carpenter Elementary School is ranked #1176 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carpenter Elementary School?
600 students attend Carpenter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Carpenter Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpenter Elementary School?
Carpenter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carpenter Elementary School offer ?
Carpenter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carpenter Elementary School part of?
Carpenter Elementary School is part of Pflugerville Independent School District.
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