Serving 256 students in grades 2-3, Rusk Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rusk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rusk Elementary School's student population of 256 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rusk Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rusk Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1548 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
64%
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
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Rusk Elementary School's ranking?
Rusk Elementary School is ranked #1548 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 37% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Rusk Elementary School?
256 students attend Rusk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rusk Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rusk Elementary School?
Rusk Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rusk Elementary School offer ?
Rusk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Rusk Elementary School part of?
Rusk Elementary School is part of Rusk ISD School District.
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