Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porter 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Porter Elementary serves the northern part of Mesquite, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a drive of just 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porter Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
21 students
School Motto
Excellence Always.
School Rankings
Porter Elementary School 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 Porter Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
69%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
13%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Elementary School is ranked #3073 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Porter Elementary School?
445 students attend Porter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Porter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% 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 Porter Elementary School?
Porter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porter Elementary School offer ?
Porter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Porter Elementary School part of?
Porter Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Porter Elementary School located?
Porter Elementary School is located in the Palos Verdes neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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