Serving 891 students in grades 1-3, Barbers Hill El South 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 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbers Hill El South 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
Barbers Hill El South's student population of 891 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
891 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition of Excellence . . . by any measure!
School Rankings
Barbers Hill El South 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 Barbers Hill El South is 0.58, 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
#861 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
51%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Barbers Hill Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbers Hill El South's ranking?
Barbers Hill El South is ranked #861 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbers Hill El South often compared to?
Barbers Hill El Southis often viewed alongside schools like Barbers Hill El North, Anahuac Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Barbers Hill El South?
891 students attend Barbers Hill El South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Barbers Hill El South students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbers Hill El South?
Barbers Hill El South has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbers Hill El South offer ?
Barbers Hill El South offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Barbers Hill El South part of?
Barbers Hill El South is part of Barbers Hill Independent School District.
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