Northside Primary serves 400 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Northside Primary in Palestine, TX encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 221.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 9.6 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 15.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Primary's student population of 400 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northside Primary is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
24%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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
How many students attend Northside Primary?
400 students attend Northside Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northside Primary students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Primary?
Northside Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Primary offer ?
Northside Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Northside Primary part of?
Northside Primary is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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