Serving 605 students in grades 4-5, Underwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Underwood Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Underwood Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#3265 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
29%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Underwood Elementary School's ranking?
Underwood Elementary School is ranked #3265 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Underwood Elementary School?
605 students attend Underwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Underwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Underwood Elementary School?
Underwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Underwood Elementary School offer ?
Underwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Underwood Elementary School part of?
Underwood Elementary School is part of Andrews ISD School District.
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