Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Back 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Back Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Back Elementary School's student population of 402 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Back 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 Back Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
12%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Back Elementary School's ranking?
Back Elementary School is ranked #2600 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Back Elementary School often compared to?
Back Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert B Sewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Back Elementary School?
402 students attend Back Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Back Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Back Elementary School?
Back Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Back Elementary School offer ?
Back Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Back Elementary School part of?
Back Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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