Serving 170 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Blackwell School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackwell School's student population of 170 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Blackwell 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 Blackwell School is 0.34, 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
#1616 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
80%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Blackwell School's ranking?
Blackwell School is ranked #1616 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blackwell School often compared to?
Blackwell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland School, Bronte Isd, Sweetwater Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackwell School?
The graduation rate of Blackwell School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blackwell School?
170 students attend Blackwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Blackwell School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackwell School?
Blackwell School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackwell School offer ?
Blackwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Blackwell School part of?
Blackwell School is part of Blackwell CISD School District.
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