Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackshear Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackshear Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blackshear Elementary School's student population of 722 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
722 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Blackshear Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackshear Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#987 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
20%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackshear Elementary School's ranking?
Blackshear Elementary School is ranked #987 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blackshear Elementary School often compared to?
Blackshear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hassler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blackshear Elementary School?
722 students attend Blackshear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blackshear Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackshear Elementary School?
Blackshear Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackshear Elementary School offer ?
Blackshear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blackshear Elementary School part of?
Blackshear Elementary School is part of Klein Independent School District.
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