Serving 382 students in grades 3-5, Poteet Intermediate 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Poteet Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Poteet, TX, covering approximately 172.2 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about 9 miles from the school, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and the furthest edge located 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poteet Intermediate School's student population of 382 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poteet Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poteet Intermediate School is 0.22, 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
#5499 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-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 Poteet Intermediate School's ranking?
Poteet Intermediate School is ranked #5499 out of 8,096 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Poteet Intermediate School?
382 students attend Poteet Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Poteet Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poteet Intermediate School?
Poteet Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poteet Intermediate School offer ?
Poteet Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Poteet Intermediate School part of?
Poteet Intermediate School is part of Poteet Independent School District.
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