Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mayes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mayes Elementary School's student population of 517 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mayes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayes Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3195 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
40%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 is Mayes Elementary School's ranking?
Mayes Elementary School is ranked #3195 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mayes Elementary School often compared to?
Mayes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mayes Elementary School?
517 students attend Mayes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mayes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayes Elementary School?
Mayes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayes Elementary School offer ?
Mayes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Mayes Elementary School part of?
Mayes Elementary School is part of Denison Independent School District.
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