Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kathryn Griffis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 44% 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: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kathryn Griffis Elementary serves the southern part of Caddo Mills, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 37.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kathryn Griffis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kathryn Griffis Elementary School's student population of 669 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
669 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
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School Rankings
Kathryn Griffis 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 Kathryn Griffis Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#854 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
56%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kathryn Griffis Elementary School's ranking?
Kathryn Griffis Elementary School is ranked #854 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kathryn Griffis Elementary School often compared to?
Kathryn Griffis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances And Jeannette Lee Elementary School, Nebbie Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kathryn Griffis Elementary School?
669 students attend Kathryn Griffis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kathryn Griffis Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kathryn Griffis Elementary School?
Kathryn Griffis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kathryn Griffis Elementary School offer ?
Kathryn Griffis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kathryn Griffis Elementary School part of?
Kathryn Griffis Elementary School is part of Caddo Mills Independent School District.
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