Serving 960 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bethke 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 85% 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: 960 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bethke Elementary School's student population of 960 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethke Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethke 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
#1870 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
15%
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
53%
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 Bethke Elementary School's ranking?
Bethke Elementary School is ranked #1870 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bethke Elementary School often compared to?
Bethke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack & Sharon Rhoads Elementary School, Emery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bethke Elementary School?
960 students attend Bethke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bethke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethke Elementary School?
Bethke Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethke Elementary School offer ?
Bethke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bethke Elementary School part of?
Bethke Elementary School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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