Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Idalou Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Idalou EL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Idalou school district, covering approximately 122.6 square miles. The area is generally located within Idalou, TX, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.9 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 13.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idalou Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Idalou Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Idalou Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idalou Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1418 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
39%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
59%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idalou Elementary School's ranking?
Idalou Elementary School is ranked #1418 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Idalou Elementary School?
412 students attend Idalou Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Idalou Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idalou Elementary School?
Idalou Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idalou Elementary School offer ?
Idalou Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Idalou Elementary School part of?
Idalou Elementary School is part of Idalou Independent School District.
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