Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Giddings 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Giddings Elementary serves the entirety of its district in Giddings, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 262.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Giddings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Giddings Elementary School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Giddings 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 Giddings Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
60%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
29%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giddings Elementary School's ranking?
Giddings Elementary School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Giddings Elementary School?
585 students attend Giddings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Giddings Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Giddings Elementary School?
Giddings Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Giddings Elementary School offer ?
Giddings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Giddings Elementary School part of?
Giddings Elementary School is part of Giddings Independent School District.
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