Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martins Mill 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martins Mill Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ben Wheeler, TX, encompassing approximately 64.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martins Mill Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Martins Mill 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 Martins Mill Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#3620 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
76%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martins Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Martins Mill Elementary School is ranked #3620 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Martins Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Martins Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Martins Mill Elementary School?
234 students attend Martins Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Martins Mill Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martins Mill Elementary School?
Martins Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martins Mill Elementary School offer ?
Martins Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Martins Mill Elementary School part of?
Martins Mill Elementary School is part of Martins Mill Independent School District.
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