Ben Narbuth Elementary School serves 934 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 934 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Narbuth Elementary School's student population of 934 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
934 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ben Narbuth Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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
How many students attend Ben Narbuth Elementary School?
934 students attend Ben Narbuth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ben Narbuth Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Narbuth Elementary School?
Ben Narbuth Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ben Narbuth Elementary School offer ?
Ben Narbuth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ben Narbuth Elementary School part of?
Ben Narbuth Elementary School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 12/15/2023
it's good it needs a bigger playground that's not always SO packed at the top btw im a 4th grader.
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