Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galvan 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galvan Elementary serves the southwest part of Corpus Christi, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galvan Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Home of the Explorers
School Rankings
Galvan 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 Galvan Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#3686 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-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 Galvan Elementary School's ranking?
Galvan Elementary School is ranked #3686 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Galvan Elementary School?
553 students attend Galvan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Galvan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galvan Elementary School?
Galvan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galvan Elementary School offer ?
Galvan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Galvan Elementary School part of?
Galvan Elementary School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Galvan Elementary School located?
Galvan Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in South Side.
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