Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Bishop Primary ranks in the top 30% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bishop Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bishop Primary's student population of 212 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bishop Primary is 0.26, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)80-89%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)80-89%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 schools are Bishop Primary often compared to?
Bishop Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Calallen East Elementary School, Calallen Wood River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% TX state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average).
How many students attend Bishop Primary?
212 students attend Bishop Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bishop Primary students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bishop Primary?
Bishop Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bishop Primary offer ?
Bishop Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Bishop Primary part of?
Bishop Primary is part of Bishop CISD School District.
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