Serving 1,245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jean & Betty Schmalz 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School's student population of 1,245 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#4375 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School's ranking?
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School is ranked #4375 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School often compared to?
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayde Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School?
1,245 students attend Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School?
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School offer ?
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School part of?
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary School is part of Katy ISD School District.
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