Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bear Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bear Branch Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Learners to Become Leaders.
School Rankings
Bear Branch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Branch Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#972 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
70%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Bear Branch Elementary School is ranked #972 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bear Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Bear Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bear Branch Elementary School?
489 students attend Bear Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bear Branch Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Branch Elementary School?
Bear Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bear Branch Elementary School offer ?
Bear Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Bear Branch Elementary School part of?
Bear Branch Elementary School is part of Magnolia Independent School District.
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