Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Basswood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 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
Basswood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Basswood Elementary School's student population of 519 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Basswood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basswood Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#3903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Basswood Elementary School's ranking?
Basswood Elementary School is ranked #3903 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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 Basswood Elementary School?
519 students attend Basswood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Basswood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basswood Elementary School?
Basswood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Basswood Elementary School offer ?
Basswood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Basswood Elementary School part of?
Basswood Elementary School is part of Keller Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Basswood Elementary School located?
Basswood Elementary School is located in the Fossil Park neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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