Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Blackburn 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackburn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blackburn Elementary School's student population of 580 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Blackburn Elementary is committed to the belief that each student can and will learn to his or her fullest potential.
School Rankings
Blackburn 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 Blackburn Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3868 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Blackburn Elementary School's ranking?
Blackburn Elementary School is ranked #3868 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blackburn Elementary School often compared to?
Blackburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Intermediate School, Crosby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blackburn Elementary School?
580 students attend Blackburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Blackburn Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackburn Elementary School?
Blackburn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackburn Elementary School offer ?
Blackburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Blackburn Elementary School part of?
Blackburn Elementary School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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