Serving 718 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mh Specht Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 60% 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: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: MH Specht Elementary serves the southwest part of New Braunfels, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mh Specht Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mh Specht Elementary School's student population of 718 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student matters, every dream counts, and every day is a new adventure in learning!
School Rankings
Mh Specht Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mh Specht Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#919 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
44%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
40%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mh Specht Elementary School's ranking?
Mh Specht Elementary School is ranked #919 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mh Specht Elementary School?
718 students attend Mh Specht Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mh Specht Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mh Specht Elementary School?
Mh Specht Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mh Specht Elementary School offer ?
Mh Specht Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mh Specht Elementary School part of?
Mh Specht Elementary School is part of Comal Independent School District.
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