Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Basswood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basswood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Basswood Elementary School's student population of 563 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Basswood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basswood Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#3903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
50%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basswood Elementary School's ranking?
Basswood Elementary School is ranked #3903 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Basswood Elementary School?
563 students attend Basswood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Basswood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basswood Elementary School?
Basswood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Basswood Elementary School offer ?
Basswood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Basswood Elementary School part of?
Basswood Elementary School is part of Keller Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Basswood Elementary School located?
Basswood Elementary School is located in the Fossil Park neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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