Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Mathis 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mathis Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Anchored in Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mathis Elementary School is 0.18, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mathis Elementary School?
394 students attend Mathis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mathis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mathis Elementary School?
Mathis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mathis Elementary School offer ?
Mathis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Mathis Elementary School part of?
Mathis Elementary School is part of Mathis Independent School District.
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