Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harry Shimotsu Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School's student population of 664 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry Shimotsu Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1982 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry Shimotsu Elementary School's ranking?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School is ranked #1982 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harry Shimotsu Elementary School often compared to?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lloyd & Dolly Bentsen Elementary School, Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Harry Shimotsu Elementary School?
664 students attend Harry Shimotsu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Harry Shimotsu Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Shimotsu Elementary School?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harry Shimotsu Elementary School offer ?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Harry Shimotsu Elementary School part of?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School is part of Sharyland ISD School District.
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