Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deport 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 16% 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: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DEPORT EL's attendance zone covers the entire district, located in Deport, TX, and spans approximately 241.2 square miles. Families in the area typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.7 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 18.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deport 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
Deport Elementary School's student population of 154 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deport 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 Deport Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#1234 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
84%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deport Elementary School's ranking?
Deport Elementary School is ranked #1234 out of 8,096 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Deport Elementary School?
154 students attend Deport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Deport Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deport Elementary School?
Deport Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deport Elementary School offer ?
Deport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Deport Elementary School part of?
Deport Elementary School is part of Prairiland Independent School District.
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