Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
19%
26%
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
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
356 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Palacios ISD School District.
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