Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newgulf 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newgulf Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Boling, TX, covering approximately 145.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point located about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newgulf Elementary School's student population of 559 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newgulf 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 Newgulf Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#4023 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
50%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
39%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newgulf Elementary School's ranking?
Newgulf Elementary School is ranked #4023 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Newgulf Elementary School?
559 students attend Newgulf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Newgulf Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newgulf Elementary School?
Newgulf Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newgulf Elementary School offer ?
Newgulf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Newgulf Elementary School part of?
Newgulf Elementary School is part of Boling Independent School District.
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