Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J B Stephens Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J B Stephens Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Bangs, TX school district, encompassing approximately 205.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 9.5 miles and the furthest edge located 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
J B Stephens Elementary School's student population of 366 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Dragon!
School Rankings
J B Stephens Elementary 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 J B Stephens Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2270 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
69%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J B Stephens Elementary School's ranking?
J B Stephens Elementary School is ranked #2270 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?
45-49% 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).
How many students attend J B Stephens Elementary School?
366 students attend J B Stephens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J B Stephens Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J B Stephens Elementary School?
J B Stephens Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J B Stephens Elementary School offer ?
J B Stephens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J B Stephens Elementary School part of?
J B Stephens Elementary School is part of Bangs Independent School District.
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