Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ramey 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ramey Elementary School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Ramey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramey Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#6669 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
6%
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 Ramey Elementary School's ranking?
Ramey Elementary School is ranked #6669 out of 8,188 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ramey Elementary School?
528 students attend Ramey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ramey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramey Elementary School?
Ramey Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ramey Elementary School offer ?
Ramey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ramey Elementary School part of?
Ramey Elementary School is part of Tyler Independent School District.
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