Serving 872 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Greathouse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greathouse Elementary serves the northwest part of Midland, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greathouse Elementary School's student population of 872 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
872 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greathouse Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greathouse Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3456 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greathouse Elementary School's ranking?
Greathouse Elementary School is ranked #3456 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Greathouse Elementary School often compared to?
Greathouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Fasken Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Greathouse Elementary School?
872 students attend Greathouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Greathouse Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greathouse Elementary School?
Greathouse Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greathouse Elementary School offer ?
Greathouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Greathouse Elementary School part of?
Greathouse Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Greathouse Elementary School located?
Greathouse Elementary School is located in the Greathouse neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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