Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gibson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gibson Elementary serves the northwest part of Corpus Christi, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gibson Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Gibson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gibson Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#6666 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
7%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibson Elementary School's ranking?
Gibson Elementary School is ranked #6666 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gibson Elementary School?
421 students attend Gibson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gibson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gibson Elementary School?
Gibson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gibson Elementary School offer ?
Gibson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gibson Elementary School part of?
Gibson Elementary School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Gibson Elementary School located?
Gibson Elementary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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