Serving 938 students in grades 1-5, Stafford 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stafford El's attendance zone encompasses the entire Stafford school district, covering approximately 7 square miles in Stafford, TX. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stafford Elementary School's student population of 938 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
938 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stafford 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 Stafford Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#6483 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Stafford Elementary School's ranking?
Stafford Elementary School is ranked #6483 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stafford Elementary School often compared to?
Stafford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadows Elementary School, Arrow Academy - Liberation Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stafford Elementary School?
938 students attend Stafford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Stafford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stafford Elementary School?
Stafford Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stafford Elementary School offer ?
Stafford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Stafford Elementary School part of?
Stafford Elementary School is part of Stafford MSD School District.
In what neighborhood is Stafford Elementary School located?
Stafford Elementary School is located in the Stafford Municipal Complex neighborhood of Stafford, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Stafford Municipal Complex.
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