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Birdwell School

2010 Talley Ave
Tyler, TX 75701
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Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Birdwell School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 511 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Top 20% in TX
  • : 70% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Birdwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Birdwell School's student population of 511 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Birdwell School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birdwell School is 0.19, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1615 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
70%
44%
56%
51%
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Cross CountrySoccer
SwimmingTennis
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School uses a systematic approach to engage students across content areas in both English and Spanish. Our highly-qualified teachers use the partner language for at least half of the instructional day beginning in pre-K and ending in 8th grade.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birdwell School's ranking?
Birdwell School is ranked #1615 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Birdwell School often compared to?
Birdwell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caldwell Arts Academy, Owens Elementary School, Ut Tyler University Academy At Tyler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Birdwell School?
511 students attend Birdwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Birdwell School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birdwell School?
Birdwell School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birdwell School offer ?
Birdwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Birdwell School part of?
Birdwell School is part of Tyler Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 511 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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