Serving 565 students in grades 3-5, Gonzales North Avenue 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gonzales El's attendance zone encompasses the entire Gonzales school district, covering approximately 522.6 square miles in Gonzales, TX. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 13.5 miles, with the furthest point being 17.9 miles away, and most families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gonzales North Avenue's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Gonzales North Avenue 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 Gonzales North Avenue is 0.47, 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
#5029 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
70%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
21%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gonzales North Avenue's ranking?
Gonzales North Avenue is ranked #5029 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gonzales North Avenue?
565 students attend Gonzales North Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gonzales North Avenue students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gonzales North Avenue?
Gonzales North Avenue has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gonzales North Avenue offer ?
Gonzales North Avenue offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Gonzales North Avenue part of?
Gonzales North Avenue is part of Gonzales Independent School District.
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