Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-11, Pawnee El / J H/hs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pawnee Elementary and Junior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pawnee, TX, covering approximately 151 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pawnee El / J H/hs's student population of 630 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Total Students
630 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pawnee El / J H/hs 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 Pawnee El / J H/hs is 0.53, 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
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. 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)4.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 is Pawnee El / J H/hs's ranking?
Pawnee El / J H/hs is ranked #2600 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?
45-49% 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 Pawnee El / J H/hs?
630 students attend Pawnee El / J H/hs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pawnee El / J H/hs students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pawnee El / J H/hs?
Pawnee El / J H/hs has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pawnee El / J H/hs offer ?
Pawnee El / J H/hs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-11
What school district is Pawnee El / J H/hs part of?
Pawnee El / J H/hs is part of Pawnee Independent School District.
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