Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bayless 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 91% 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: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayless Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bayless Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Bayless 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 Bayless Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3961 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
69%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayless Elementary School's ranking?
Bayless Elementary School is ranked #3961 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bayless Elementary School often compared to?
Bayless Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Elementary School, Waters Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bayless Elementary School?
469 students attend Bayless Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bayless Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayless Elementary School?
Bayless Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayless Elementary School offer ?
Bayless Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bayless Elementary School part of?
Bayless Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayless Elementary School located?
Bayless Elementary School is located in the Bayless Atkins neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Bayless Atkins.
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