Gladewater Primary serves 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Attendance Zone: GAY AVENUE PRI's attendance zone covers the entire Gladewater school district, encompassing approximately 109.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.4 miles and the furthest edge located 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladewater Primary's student population of 296 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gladewater Primary is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
23%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
46%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gladewater Primary often compared to?
Gladewater Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Union Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Gladewater Primary?
296 students attend Gladewater Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gladewater Primary students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladewater Primary?
Gladewater Primary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gladewater Primary offer ?
Gladewater Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Gladewater Primary part of?
Gladewater Primary is part of Gladewater Independent School District.
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