Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Moore Elementary is located in the southeast part of Corpus Christi, TX, covering approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.6 miles from the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moore Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Moore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moore Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#5073 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
7%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moore Elementary School's ranking?
Moore Elementary School is ranked #5073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Moore Elementary School often compared to?
Moore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kolda Elementary School, Barnes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Moore Elementary School?
484 students attend Moore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Moore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore Elementary School?
Moore Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moore Elementary School offer ?
Moore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Moore Elementary School part of?
Moore Elementary School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Moore Elementary School located?
Moore Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in South Side.
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