Gatesville Primary serves 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gatesville Primary's student population of 295 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gatesville Primary is 0.49, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
66%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
What schools are Gatesville Primary often compared to?
Gatesville Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Gatesville Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Gatesville Primary?
295 students attend Gatesville Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gatesville Primary students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gatesville Primary?
Gatesville Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gatesville Primary offer ?
Gatesville Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Gatesville Primary part of?
Gatesville Primary is part of Gatesville Independent School District.
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