Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Fabens 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: FABENS EL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fabens, TX school district, covering approximately 59.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fabens Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fabens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fabens Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#7283 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fabens Elementary School's ranking?
Fabens Elementary School is ranked #7283 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fabens Elementary School often compared to?
Fabens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Ridge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fabens Elementary School?
421 students attend Fabens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fabens Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fabens Elementary School?
Fabens Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fabens Elementary School offer ?
Fabens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Fabens Elementary School part of?
Fabens Elementary School is part of Fabens Independent School District.
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