Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barksdale Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barksdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Barksdale Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Barksdale Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barksdale Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#194 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
35%
6%
Hispanic
12%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
36%
24%
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
14%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barksdale Elementary School's ranking?
Barksdale Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barksdale Elementary School?
547 students attend Barksdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Barksdale Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barksdale Elementary School?
Barksdale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barksdale Elementary School offer ?
Barksdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barksdale Elementary School part of?
Barksdale Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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