Serving 720 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prairie View 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie View Elementary serves the west part of Rhome, TX, covering an area of approximately 20.2 square miles. Most families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie View Elementary School's student population of 720 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
720 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering positive relationships with all students, their families and the community.
School Rankings
Prairie View Elementary 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 Prairie View Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6494 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie View Elementary School is ranked #6494 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Prairie View Elementary School?
720 students attend Prairie View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Prairie View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View Elementary School?
Prairie View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie View Elementary School offer ?
Prairie View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Prairie View Elementary School part of?
Prairie View Elementary School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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