Serving 845 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Brenda Norwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brenda Norwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brenda Norwood Elementary School's student population of 845 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
845 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Brenda Norwood 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 Brenda Norwood Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1229 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
17%
54%
Black
40%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Brenda Norwood Elementary School's ranking?
Brenda Norwood Elementary School is ranked #1229 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brenda Norwood Elementary School?
845 students attend Brenda Norwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Brenda Norwood Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brenda Norwood Elementary School?
Brenda Norwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brenda Norwood Elementary School offer ?
Brenda Norwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Brenda Norwood Elementary School part of?
Brenda Norwood Elementary School is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
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