Summary:
The 78605 zip code has only one school, Bertram Elementary, which serves grades PK-5 and is part of the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District. With a total enrollment of 459 students, Bertram Elementary has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Texas elementary schools, with a statewide ranking between 3,745 and 4,208 out of around 4,600-4,700 schools over the past few years.
Bertram Elementary's performance on STAAR tests is generally below the district and state averages across various grade levels and subject areas, including reading, math, and science. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 62.75% in the 2023-2024 school year, suggesting that the school may be serving a population with significant socioeconomic challenges.
Despite the low student-teacher ratio of 15.8 for the 2023-2024 school year, which is relatively low compared to state or national averages, Bertram Elementary's overall performance indicates that factors beyond just the student-teacher ratio may be influencing student success. The school's consistently low rankings and test scores compared to the district and state highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to improve academic achievement for the students in this area.
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