Serving 102 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Palo Pinto Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palo Pinto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palo Pinto Elementary School's student population of 102 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Palo Pinto Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palo Pinto Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
83%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
6%
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 Palo Pinto Elementary School's ranking?
Palo Pinto Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Palo Pinto Elementary School often compared to?
Palo Pinto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Palo Pinto Elementary School?
102 students attend Palo Pinto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Palo Pinto Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palo Pinto Elementary School?
Palo Pinto Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palo Pinto Elementary School offer ?
Palo Pinto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Palo Pinto Elementary School part of?
Palo Pinto Elementary School is part of Palo Pinto Independent School District.
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