Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Petrosky Elementary School 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petrosky Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Petrosky Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Petrosky Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petrosky 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
#2786 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petrosky Elementary School's ranking?
Petrosky Elementary School is ranked #2786 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Petrosky Elementary School often compared to?
Petrosky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmquist Elementary School, Hearne Elementary School, Hicks 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 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Petrosky Elementary School?
539 students attend Petrosky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Petrosky Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petrosky Elementary School?
Petrosky Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petrosky Elementary School offer ?
Petrosky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Petrosky Elementary School part of?
Petrosky Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
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