Summary:
In zip code 79005, there is one elementary school, Kirksey Elementary, serving grades PK-5 in Booker, Texas, as part of the Booker Independent School District (Isd).
Kirksey Elementary has experienced a dramatic decline in its statewide ranking over the past few years. After achieving a top-tier 5-star rating and ranking in the 91st percentile during the 2023-2024 school year, the school dropped to the 60th percentile in 2024-2025 and further to the 42nd percentile in 2025-2026. This two-year slide is a significant concern. The school serves a student body where nearly 65% are eligible for free or reduced lunch, and it maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1, with per-student spending at $11,141.
Academically, the school shows a clear weakness in mathematics compared to reading, particularly in the lower grades. For the 2025-2026 school year, 3rd-grade math proficiency was just 22.22%, well below the state average, while 3rd-grade reading was 27.78%. However, there is a positive trend in upper grades, with 5th-grade math (56.52%) and reading (52.17%) outperforming state averages. Science remains a significant challenge, with only 24.14% of 5th graders proficient in 2024-2025. While the school's resources and low class sizes are positive structural factors, the recent decline in test scores and rankings indicates that these advantages are not currently translating into improved academic outcomes.
Thank you for your feedback!