Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Poteet 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Attendance Zone: Poteet El's attendance zone covers the entire district in Poteet, TX, encompassing approximately 172.2 square miles. The area typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poteet Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Be Kind, Work Hard, and Never Stop Trying
School Rankings
The diversity score of Poteet Elementary School is 0.18, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Poteet Elementary School often compared to?
Poteet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jourdanton Elementary School, Southwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Poteet Elementary School?
579 students attend Poteet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Poteet Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poteet Elementary School?
Poteet Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poteet Elementary School offer ?
Poteet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Poteet Elementary School part of?
Poteet Elementary School is part of Poteet Independent School District.
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