Serving 688 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkshire 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 53% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkshire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Berkshire Elementary School's student population of 688 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Berkshire 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 Berkshire Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#3531 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
32%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkshire Elementary School's ranking?
Berkshire Elementary School is ranked #3531 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Berkshire Elementary School often compared to?
Berkshire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haslet Elementary School, Lizzie Curtis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Berkshire Elementary School?
688 students attend Berkshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Berkshire Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkshire Elementary School?
Berkshire Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkshire Elementary School offer ?
Berkshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Berkshire Elementary School part of?
Berkshire Elementary School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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