Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stafford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stafford Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Stafford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stafford 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
#6776 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 #6776 out of 8,188 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stafford Elementary School?
458 students attend Stafford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Stafford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stafford Elementary School?
Stafford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stafford Elementary School part of?
Stafford Elementary School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Stafford Elementary School located?
Stafford Elementary School is located in the Westwood Richland neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Westwood Richland.
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