Serving 360 students in grades 2-5, Barrow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barrow Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Barrow 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 Barrow Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3882 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
54%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Barrow Elementary School's ranking?
Barrow Elementary School is ranked #3882 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barrow Elementary School?
360 students attend Barrow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Barrow Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barrow Elementary School?
Barrow Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrow Elementary School offer ?
Barrow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Barrow Elementary School part of?
Barrow Elementary School is part of Columbia-Brazoria Independent School District.
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