Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Fort Elliott School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Elliott School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Briscoe, TX, encompassing approximately 494.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Elliott School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fort Elliott School's student population of 141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
141 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Fort Elliott 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 Fort Elliott School is 0.31, 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
#1851 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
82%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Elliott School's ranking?
Fort Elliott School is ranked #1851 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Elliott School?
The graduation rate of Fort Elliott School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Fort Elliott School?
141 students attend Fort Elliott School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Fort Elliott School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Elliott School?
Fort Elliott School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Elliott School offer ?
Fort Elliott School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Fort Elliott School part of?
Fort Elliott School is part of Fort Elliott CISD School District.
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