Serving 701 students in grades 1-5, Newport 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 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Newport Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Crosby, TX, covering approximately 81.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newport Elementary School's student population of 701 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
701 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Newport 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 Newport Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1335 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
49%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Newport Elementary School's ranking?
Newport Elementary School is ranked #1335 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Newport Elementary School?
701 students attend Newport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Newport Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Elementary School?
Newport Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newport Elementary School offer ?
Newport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Newport Elementary School part of?
Newport Elementary School is part of Crosby Independent School District.
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