Serving 111 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Paint Creek School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Paint Creek School encompasses the entire school district in Haskell, TX, covering approximately 235.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paint Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Paint Creek School's student population of 111 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1938
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paint Creek 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 Paint Creek School is 0.57, 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
#2976 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
43%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
50%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paint Creek School's ranking?
Paint Creek School is ranked #2976 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paint Creek School?
The graduation rate of Paint Creek School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paint Creek School?
111 students attend Paint Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Paint Creek School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paint Creek School?
Paint Creek School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paint Creek School offer ?
Paint Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Paint Creek School part of?
Paint Creek School is part of Paint Creek Independent School District.
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