Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chisum Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chisum Elementary serves the northeast part of Paris, TX, covering an area of approximately 204 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chisum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chisum Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chisum Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisum Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2024 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
10%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
79%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisum Elementary School's ranking?
Chisum Elementary School is ranked #2024 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chisum Elementary School often compared to?
Chisum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aaron Parker Elementary School, Aikin Elementary School, W L Higgins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chisum Elementary School?
584 students attend Chisum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chisum Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisum Elementary School?
Chisum Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chisum Elementary School offer ?
Chisum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chisum Elementary School part of?
Chisum Elementary School is part of Chisum Independent School District.
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