Serving 503 students in grades 1-5, Butterfield Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butterfield Elementary School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butterfield Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butterfield Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2036 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
58%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterfield Elementary School's ranking?
Butterfield Elementary School is ranked #2036 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Butterfield Elementary School often compared to?
Butterfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanger High School, Chisholm Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Butterfield Elementary School?
503 students attend Butterfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Butterfield Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butterfield Elementary School?
Butterfield Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Butterfield Elementary School offer ?
Butterfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Butterfield Elementary School part of?
Butterfield Elementary School is part of Sanger Independent School District.
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