Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Popham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Popham Elementary serves the southeast area of Del Valle, TX, covering approximately 22.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Popham Elementary School's student population of 698 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
698 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Popham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Popham Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#5410 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Popham Elementary School's ranking?
Popham Elementary School is ranked #5410 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Popham Elementary School?
698 students attend Popham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Popham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Popham Elementary School?
Popham Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Popham Elementary School offer ?
Popham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Popham Elementary School part of?
Popham Elementary School is part of Del Valle Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Popham Elementary School located?
Popham Elementary School is located in the Stoney Ridge neighborhood of Del Valle, TX.
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