Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Saint Jo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Jo El's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Saint Jo, TX, covering approximately 165.2 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Jo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Saint Jo Elementary School's student population of 181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
181 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Saint Jo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Jo Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
9%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
87%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Jo Elementary School's ranking?
Saint Jo Elementary School is ranked #1903 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Saint Jo Elementary School?
181 students attend Saint Jo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Saint Jo Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Jo Elementary School?
Saint Jo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saint Jo Elementary School offer ?
Saint Jo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Saint Jo Elementary School part of?
Saint Jo Elementary School is part of Saint Jo Independent School District.
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