Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hackberry 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hackberry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hackberry Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
To ENGAGE, EQUIP, and EMPOWER each student to realize their full potential.
School Rankings
Hackberry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackberry Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#5458 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
26%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Hackberry Elementary School's ranking?
Hackberry Elementary School is ranked #5458 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hackberry Elementary School often compared to?
Hackberry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D H Brent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hackberry Elementary School?
616 students attend Hackberry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hackberry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hackberry Elementary School?
Hackberry Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hackberry Elementary School offer ?
Hackberry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hackberry Elementary School part of?
Hackberry Elementary School is part of Little Elm Independent School District.
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