Serving 574 students in grades 1-5, Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fadden-Mckeown-Chambliss Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Beeville, TX, covering an area of approximately 346.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 20.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Fostering student success by maximizing learning opportunities.
School Rankings
Fadden-mckeown-chambliss 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 Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#4994 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School's ranking?
Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School is ranked #4994 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School?
574 students attend Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School?
Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School offer ?
Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School part of?
Fadden-mckeown-chambliss Elementary School is part of Beeville Independent School District.
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