The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 89% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 92% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 88%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students (09-10)
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)89%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)92%
88%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)1%
n/a
Asian
(09-10)3%
4%
Hispanic
(09-10)12%
49%
Black
(09-10)41%
14%
White
(09-10)43%
33%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% TX state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 88% TX state average).
How many students attend Johnston Elementary School?
359 students attend Johnston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Johnston Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Johnston Elementary School offer ?
Johnston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Johnston Elementary School part of?
Johnston Elementary School is part of Longview Independent School District.
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