Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elkins Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkins Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Elkins Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkins Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#3422 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
22%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkins Elementary School's ranking?
Elkins Elementary School is ranked #3422 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elkins Elementary School often compared to?
Elkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elkins Elementary School?
654 students attend Elkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Elkins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkins Elementary School?
Elkins Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkins Elementary School offer ?
Elkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elkins Elementary School part of?
Elkins Elementary School is part of Eagle MT-Saginaw Independent School District.
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