Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara Fasken Elementary School's student population of 725 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barbara Fasken Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Fasken Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1490 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Fasken Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is ranked #1490 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Fasken Elementary School?
725 students attend Barbara Fasken Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Barbara Fasken Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbara Fasken Elementary School?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Fasken Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barbara Fasken Elementary School part of?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Barbara Fasken Elementary School located?
Barbara Fasken Elementary School is located in the Villas San Agustin neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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