Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Menard Elementary/jh 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MENARD J H's attendance zone covers the entire district of Menard, TX, encompassing approximately 867.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of about 16.9 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 24.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menard Elementary/jh's student population of 182 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Menard Elementary/jh 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 Menard Elementary/jh is 0.51, 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
#3620 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
41%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menard Elementary/jh's ranking?
Menard Elementary/jh is ranked #3620 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Menard Elementary/jh?
182 students attend Menard Elementary/jh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Menard Elementary/jh students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menard Elementary/jh?
Menard Elementary/jh has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Menard Elementary/jh offer ?
Menard Elementary/jh offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Menard Elementary/jh part of?
Menard Elementary/jh is part of Menard Independent School District.
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