Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-10, Pawnee El / J H/hs ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pawnee El / J H/hs's student population of 577 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Pawnee El / J H/hs 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 Pawnee El / J H/hs is 0.58, 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
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
16%
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
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Pawnee El / J H/hs's ranking?
Pawnee El / J H/hs is ranked #2600 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pawnee El / J H/hs?
577 students attend Pawnee El / J H/hs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pawnee El / J H/hs students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pawnee El / J H/hs?
Pawnee El / J H/hs has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pawnee El / J H/hs offer ?
Pawnee El / J H/hs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-10
What school district is Pawnee El / J H/hs part of?
Pawnee El / J H/hs is part of Pawnee Independent School District.
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