Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barbara Jordan 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Jordan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barbara Jordan Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Barbara Jordan 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 Barbara Jordan 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
#1930 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School is ranked #1930 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbara Jordan Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara Jordan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H F Mcneill Elementary School, Juan Seguin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Jordan Elementary School?
472 students attend Barbara Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Barbara Jordan Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbara Jordan Elementary School?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barbara Jordan Elementary School part of?
Barbara Jordan Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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