Serving 865 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 95% 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: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barton Elementary School's student population of 865 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Barton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barton Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#7692 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
5%
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
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Barton Elementary School's ranking?
Barton Elementary School is ranked #7692 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barton Elementary School often compared to?
Barton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Britain Elementary School, Gilbert F M Elementary School, Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barton Elementary School?
865 students attend Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Barton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barton Elementary School?
Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barton Elementary School offer ?
Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barton Elementary School part of?
Barton Elementary School is part of Irving Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Barton Elementary School located?
Barton Elementary School is located in the Barton Estates neighborhood of Irving, TX.
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