Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paramount Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paramount Terrace Elementary serves the southwest part of Amarillo, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Terrace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Paramount Terrace Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to graduate every student prepared for life and success beyond high school
School Rankings
Paramount Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Terrace Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1685 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
45%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paramount Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Paramount Terrace Elementary School is ranked #1685 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Paramount Terrace Elementary School?
313 students attend Paramount Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Paramount Terrace Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paramount Terrace Elementary School?
Paramount Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paramount Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Paramount Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Paramount Terrace Elementary School part of?
Paramount Terrace Elementary School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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