Serving 877 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, General Tommy Franks Elementary School 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
General Tommy Franks Elementary School's student population of 877 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
877 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
General Tommy Franks Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of General Tommy Franks Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2339 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
31%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 General Tommy Franks Elementary School's ranking?
General Tommy Franks Elementary School is ranked #2339 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are General Tommy Franks Elementary School often compared to?
General Tommy Franks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend General Tommy Franks Elementary School?
877 students attend General Tommy Franks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of General Tommy Franks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of General Tommy Franks Elementary School?
General Tommy Franks Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does General Tommy Franks Elementary School offer ?
General Tommy Franks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is General Tommy Franks Elementary School part of?
General Tommy Franks Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
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