Serving 29 students in grades 9-12, Panola Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panola Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Panola Charter School's student population of 29 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Panola Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panola Charter School is 0.19, 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
#5127 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
90%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
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 Panola Charter School's ranking?
Panola Charter School is ranked #5127 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panola Charter School?
The graduation rate of Panola Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Panola Charter School?
29 students attend Panola Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Panola Charter School students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Panola Charter School?
Panola Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Panola Charter School offer ?
Panola Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Panola Charter School part of?
Panola Charter School is part of Panola Charter School District.
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