Serving 606 students in grades 1-3, Gatesville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gatesville Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Gatesville school district, encompassing approximately 488.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 22.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gatesville Elementary School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Igniting the Spark to Change the World!
School Rankings
Gatesville 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 Gatesville Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gatesville Elementary School's ranking?
Gatesville Elementary School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gatesville Elementary School?
606 students attend Gatesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gatesville Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gatesville Elementary School?
Gatesville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gatesville Elementary School offer ?
Gatesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Gatesville Elementary School part of?
Gatesville Elementary School is part of Gatesville Independent School District.
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