BALLINGER EL

BALLINGER EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BALLINGER ISD school district, located in BALLINGER, TX with about 433 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, BALLINGER EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BALLINGER ELementary, located at 800 Broad Ave in Ballinger, Texas, serves as a foundational campus within the Ballinger Independent School District. As a primary educational institution for the local community, the school focuses on creating a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing core academic skills while fostering social and emotional development. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded foundation before transitioning to the district’s middle and high school levels.

The school operates under the broader mission of Ballinger ISD, which prioritizes student success, community involvement, and the effective use of resources to promote academic growth. By maintaining a connection to the district's centralized portal, BALLINGER ELementary keeps parents and guardians informed about academic calendars, school policies, and extracurricular opportunities. With its small-town setting, the campus often acts as a hub for community engagement, dedicated to preparing students in the Ballinger area for long-term educational success.

For more information, contact BALLINGER EL at (325) 365-3527 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.