Serving 322 students in grades 3-10, Stafford Stem Magnet Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-10
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy's student population of 322 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-10
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stafford Stem Magnet Academy is 0.71, 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
#58 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
44%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stafford Stem Magnet Academy's ranking?
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy is ranked #58 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stafford Stem Magnet Academy?
322 students attend Stafford Stem Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Stafford Stem Magnet Academy students are Asian, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stafford Stem Magnet Academy?
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stafford Stem Magnet Academy offer ?
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-10
What school district is Stafford Stem Magnet Academy part of?
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy is part of Stafford MSD School District.
In what neighborhood is Stafford Stem Magnet Academy located?
Stafford Stem Magnet Academy 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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