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#496 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 6% in state

Barbers Hill EL South

Elementary School · BARBERS HILL ISD

P O BOX 1108, Mont Belvieu, TX 77580

Enrollment

917

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.7

Grades

1st – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#496 of 8,552

In Mont Belvieu

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

BARBERS HILL ISD

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Barbers Hill EL South

8.7/10

Elementary School in Mont Belvieu · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Barbers Hill Middle South

8.7/10

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8.8/10

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About Barbers Hill EL South

Barbers Hill EL South is a public elementary school in Mont Belvieu, TX, part of BARBERS HILL ISD. Barbers Hill EL South serves approximately 917 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Barbers Hill EL South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Barbers Hill EL South show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+18.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,305
Chronic Absenteeism7%

Barbers Hill EL South — Students at Barbers Hill EL South score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 77.1% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
93%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
61.4%
ELA
72.6%
2024
Math
62%
ELA
73%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Barbers Hill EL South Compares

See how Barbers Hill EL South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in TX
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P O BOX 1108, Mont Belvieu, TX 77580

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barbers Hill EL South may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARBERS HILL EL NORTH (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ALAMO EL (rated 7.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Baytown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mont Belvieu, see our Mont Belvieu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BARBERS HILL MIDDLE SOUTH Mont Belvieu 0.1 mi 8.7
BARBERS HILL MIDDLE NORTH Mont Belvieu 0.4 mi 8.8
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Mont Belvieu 0.7 mi 7.7
BARBERS HILL H S Mont Belvieu 0.7 mi 8.2
ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Mont Belvieu 0.7 mi
BARBERS HILL EL NORTH Mont Belvieu 0.8 mi 9.5
BARBERS HILL INT NORTH Mont Belvieu 0.9 mi 9.7
BARBERS HILL INT SOUTH Mont Belvieu 2.2 mi 9.0
CLARK EL Baytown 5.4 mi 4.0
GENTRY J H Baytown 6.4 mi 6.1
STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL Baytown 6.9 mi 5.0
CEDAR BAYOU J H Baytown 7.8 mi 5.5
ALAMO EL Baytown 7.6 mi 7.3
CROCKETT EL Baytown 7.8 mi 7.1
GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Baytown 7.7 mi
GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL Baytown 7.6 mi 5.6
E F GREEN JUNIOR SCHOOL Baytown 7.9 mi 7.4
BAYTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baytown 8.0 mi 6.4
JAMES BOWIE EL Baytown 8.7 mi 4.8
SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Baytown 8.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

0

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barbers Hill EL South

What grades does Barbers Hill EL South serve?

Barbers Hill EL South serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.

How many students attend Barbers Hill EL South?

Barbers Hill EL South has an enrollment of approximately 917 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barbers Hill EL South?

The student-teacher ratio at Barbers Hill EL South is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barbers Hill EL South rank in TX?

Barbers Hill EL South ranks #496 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Barbers Hill EL South's MySchoolScout rating?

Barbers Hill EL South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Barbers Hill EL South?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barbers Hill EL South has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Barbers Hill EL South a charter school?

No, Barbers Hill EL South is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barbers Hill EL South a Title I school?

No, Barbers Hill EL South is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barbers Hill EL South?

41.0% of students at Barbers Hill EL South qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Chambers County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

BARBERS HILL ISD
District Enrollment
7,723
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,305
District Rank
#5 of 8

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