Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, San Saba Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Saba Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire San Saba school district, covering approximately 520.9 square miles in San Saba, TX. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 25.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Saba Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
San Saba Elementary School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing productive, successful citizens one child at a time!
School Rankings
San Saba Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Saba Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#2645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 San Saba Elementary School's ranking?
San Saba Elementary School is ranked #2645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Saba Elementary School?
305 students attend San Saba Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of San Saba Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 41% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Saba Elementary School?
San Saba Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Saba Elementary School offer ?
San Saba Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is San Saba Elementary School part of?
San Saba Elementary School is part of San Saba Independent School District.
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