Serving 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veribest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veribest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Veribest Elementary School's student population of 133 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veribest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veribest Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#388 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
71%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veribest Elementary School's ranking?
Veribest Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Veribest Elementary School?
133 students attend Veribest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Veribest Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veribest Elementary School?
Veribest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veribest Elementary School offer ?
Veribest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Veribest Elementary School part of?
Veribest Elementary School is part of Veribest ISD School District.
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