Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Griffith Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Griffith Elementary serves the northern part of Freeport, TX, covering an approximate area of 7.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles to the school and the furthest edge being 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griffith Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Griffith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Griffith Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#3465 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
76%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Griffith Elementary School's ranking?
Griffith Elementary School is ranked #3465 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Griffith Elementary School?
493 students attend Griffith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Griffith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griffith Elementary School?
Griffith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Griffith Elementary School offer ?
Griffith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Griffith Elementary School part of?
Griffith Elementary School is part of Brazosport Independent School District.
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