Serving 717 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Griffin 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Griffin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Griffin Elementary School's student population of 717 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Griffin 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 Griffin Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5945 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
55%
13%
White
15%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Forney Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griffin Elementary School's ranking?
Griffin Elementary School is ranked #5945 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Griffin Elementary School?
717 students attend Griffin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Griffin Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griffin Elementary School?
Griffin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Griffin Elementary School offer ?
Griffin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Griffin Elementary School part of?
Griffin Elementary School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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