Serving 299 students in grades 4-5, Parnell 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parnell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Parnell Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parnell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parnell Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#6780 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parnell Elementary School's ranking?
Parnell Elementary School is ranked #6780 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Parnell Elementary School?
299 students attend Parnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Parnell Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parnell Elementary School?
Parnell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parnell Elementary School offer ?
Parnell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Parnell Elementary School part of?
Parnell Elementary School is part of Jasper ISD School District.
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