Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gus Birdwell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gus Birdwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gus Birdwell Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gus Birdwell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gus Birdwell Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1801 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
34%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gus Birdwell Elementary School's ranking?
Gus Birdwell Elementary School is ranked #1801 out of 8,079 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 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Gus Birdwell Elementary School?
372 students attend Gus Birdwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gus Birdwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gus Birdwell Elementary School?
Gus Birdwell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gus Birdwell Elementary School offer ?
Gus Birdwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gus Birdwell Elementary School part of?
Gus Birdwell Elementary School is part of Spearman ISD School District.
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