Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shackelford 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shackelford Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Shackelford 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 Shackelford Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3853 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
46%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shackelford Elementary School's ranking?
Shackelford Elementary School is ranked #3853 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shackelford Elementary School often compared to?
Shackelford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shackelford Elementary School?
441 students attend Shackelford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Shackelford Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shackelford Elementary School?
Shackelford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shackelford Elementary School offer ?
Shackelford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Shackelford Elementary School part of?
Shackelford Elementary School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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