Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gerard Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gerard Elementary serves the southwest part of Cleburne, TX, covering an area of approximately 74.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gerard Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
474 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Gerard 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 Gerard Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2237 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
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Black
3%
13%
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White
59%
24%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerard Elementary School's ranking?
Gerard Elementary School is ranked #2237 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gerard Elementary School often compared to?
Gerard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Coleman Elementary School, Keene Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gerard Elementary School?
474 students attend Gerard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gerard Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerard Elementary School?
Gerard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gerard Elementary School offer ?
Gerard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gerard Elementary School part of?
Gerard Elementary School is part of Cleburne Independent School District.
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