Serving 285 students in grades 2-4, Capitol Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capitol Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Relentless Pursuit of Excellence for Our Students
School Rankings
Capitol Elementary School 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 Capitol 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3832 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitol Elementary School's ranking?
Capitol Elementary School is ranked #3832 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Capitol Elementary School?
285 students attend Capitol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Capitol Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol Elementary School?
Capitol Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Capitol Elementary School offer ?
Capitol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Capitol Elementary School part of?
Capitol Elementary School is part of Levelland Independent School District.
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