Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Darwin L. Gilmore Elementary serves the southwest part of League City, TX, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with most residents living within 0.9 miles of its boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School's student population of 676 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darwin L Gilmore 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
#857 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School's ranking?
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School is ranked #857 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School often compared to?
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Hall Elementary School, C D Landolt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School?
676 students attend Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School?
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School offer ?
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School part of?
Darwin L Gilmore Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
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