Serving 860 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mahaffey 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 61% (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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahaffey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mahaffey Elementary School's student population of 860 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
860 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Mahaffey 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 Mahaffey Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1416 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
49%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
28%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahaffey Elementary School's ranking?
Mahaffey Elementary School is ranked #1416 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mahaffey Elementary School often compared to?
Mahaffey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metzler Elementary School, Northampton Elementary School, Zwink Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 Mahaffey Elementary School?
860 students attend Mahaffey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mahaffey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahaffey Elementary School?
Mahaffey Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mahaffey Elementary School offer ?
Mahaffey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mahaffey Elementary School part of?
Mahaffey Elementary School is part of Klein Independent School District.
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