Serving 434 students in grades 2-5, Jourdanton Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jourdanton EL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Jourdanton school district, covering approximately 279.5 square miles in Jourdanton, TX. Most students typically live within a 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and some residing as far as 19.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jourdanton Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 49% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jourdanton 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 Jourdanton Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3613 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
JISD Strong
School Mascot
Jisd Strong
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jourdanton Elementary School's ranking?
Jourdanton Elementary School is ranked #3613 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jourdanton Elementary School often compared to?
Jourdanton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poteet Elementary School, Southwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jourdanton Elementary School?
434 students attend Jourdanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Jourdanton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jourdanton Elementary School?
Jourdanton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jourdanton Elementary School offer ?
Jourdanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Jourdanton Elementary School part of?
Jourdanton Elementary School is part of Jourdanton Independent School District.
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