Serving 679 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Samuel Beck Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Beck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Samuel Beck Elementary School's student population of 679 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Samuel Beck Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel Beck Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#217 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
69%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Beck Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel Beck Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Samuel Beck Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel Beck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School, Roanoke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Samuel Beck Elementary School?
679 students attend Samuel Beck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Samuel Beck Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel Beck Elementary School?
Samuel Beck Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuel Beck Elementary School offer ?
Samuel Beck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Samuel Beck Elementary School part of?
Samuel Beck Elementary School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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