Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palacios 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Attendance Zone: Central EL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Palacios, TX, covering approximately 588 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 12.7 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 30.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palacios Elementary School's student population of 610 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
610 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palacios Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Palacios Elementary School often compared to?
Palacios Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blessing Elementary School, Cherry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Palacios Elementary School?
610 students attend Palacios Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Palacios Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palacios Elementary School?
Palacios Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palacios Elementary School offer ?
Palacios Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palacios Elementary School part of?
Palacios Elementary School is part of Palacios Independent School District.
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