Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barbara Walker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barbara Walker Elementary School's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ONE Community. EVERY Student. Success for ALL.
School Rankings
Barbara Walker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Walker Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#4163 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
40%
13%
White
20%
25%
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
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Walker Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Walker Elementary School is ranked #4163 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbara Walker Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara Walker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crosby Elementary School, Blackburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbara Walker Elementary School?
653 students attend Barbara Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Barbara Walker Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbara Walker Elementary School?
Barbara Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Walker Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Barbara Walker Elementary School part of?
Barbara Walker Elementary School is part of Crandall Independent School District.
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