Needs Improvement
#8524 of 8,552 schools in TX
Booker T Washington EL
Elementary School · ELGIN ISD
510 MLK, Elgin, TX 78621
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,524 of 8,552
In Elgin
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
ELGIN ISD
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Booker T Washington EL
Elementary School in Elgin · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Booker T Washington EL
Booker T Washington EL is a public elementary school in Elgin, TX, part of ELGIN ISD. Booker T Washington EL serves approximately 763 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T Washington EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T Washington EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Booker T Washington EL — Students at Booker T Washington EL score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.3/10.
How Booker T Washington EL Compares
See how Booker T Washington EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
510 MLK, Elgin, TX 78621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T Washington EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMPASS ROSE DESTINY (rated 7.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Manor), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAGOS EL (rated 6.9/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Manor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COUPLAND EL (rated 6.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Coupland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elgin, see our Elgin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELGIN INT Elgin | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ELGIN EL Elgin | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| ELGIN MIDDLE Elgin | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ELGIN H S Elgin | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| PHOENIX H S Elgin | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| NEIDIG EL Elgin | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| COUPLAND EL Coupland | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| MCDADE EL Mcdade | 8.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MCDADE H S Mcdade | 8.5 mi | 7.3 |
| BASTROP COUNTY JUVENILE BOOT CAMP Bastrop | 10.2 mi | — |
| PRESIDENTIAL MEADOWS EL Manor | 9.6 mi | 3.5 |
| COMPASS ROSE DESTINY Manor | 10.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BLAKE MANOR EL Manor | 10.3 mi | 3.0 |
| SHADOWGLEN EL Manor | 10.6 mi | 2.9 |
| MANOR EXCEL ACADEMY Manor | 11.0 mi | 6.9 |
| LOST PINES EL Bastrop | 12.5 mi | 3.0 |
| LAGOS EL Manor | 11.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MANOR H S Manor | 11.8 mi | 3.8 |
| MANOR MIDDLE Manor | 11.8 mi | 2.2 |
| MANOR EL Manor | 12.0 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,246
Median Home Value
$262,300
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
27,860
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T Washington EL
What grades does Booker T Washington EL serve?
Booker T Washington EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Booker T Washington EL?
Booker T Washington EL has an enrollment of approximately 763 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington EL is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T Washington EL rank in TX?
Booker T Washington EL ranks #8,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Booker T Washington EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T Washington EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 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 Booker T Washington EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T Washington EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Booker T Washington EL a charter school?
No, Booker T Washington EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T Washington EL a Title I school?
No, Booker T Washington EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T Washington EL?
86.6% of students at Booker T Washington EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 763
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Bastrop County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (512) 281-3411
Resources & Links
District
ELGIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,715
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,080
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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