Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Starkey 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 41% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Starkey Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Starkey 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 Starkey Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#3375 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
47%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starkey Elementary School's ranking?
Starkey Elementary School is ranked #3375 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Starkey Elementary School often compared to?
Starkey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred H Tally Elementary School, Nimitz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Starkey Elementary School?
434 students attend Starkey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Starkey Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Starkey Elementary School?
Starkey Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Starkey Elementary School offer ?
Starkey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Starkey Elementary School part of?
Starkey Elementary School is part of Kerrville Independent School District.
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