Serving 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Divide Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Divide Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Mountain Home school district, encompassing approximately 280.9 square miles. The area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 21.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 28.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Divide Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Divide Elementary School's student population of 35 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
35 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Divide 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 Divide 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
#3282 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)2.9%
28.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Divide Elementary School's ranking?
Divide Elementary School is ranked #3282 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Divide Elementary School?
35 students attend Divide Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Divide Elementary School students are White, and 23% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Divide Elementary School?
Divide Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Divide Elementary School offer ?
Divide Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Divide Elementary School part of?
Divide Elementary School is part of Divide Independent School District.
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