Serving 765 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School's student population of 765 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
765 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#3207 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
32%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School is ranked #3207 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School?
765 students attend Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School?
Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School is part of Hutto Independent School District.
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