Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Skinner 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Skinner Elementary serves the southwest part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being about 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Skinner Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Skinner 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 Skinner Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#5798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skinner Elementary School's ranking?
Skinner Elementary School is ranked #5798 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Skinner Elementary School?
344 students attend Skinner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Skinner Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skinner Elementary School?
Skinner Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Skinner Elementary School offer ?
Skinner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Skinner Elementary School part of?
Skinner Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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