Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Santa Gertrudis School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Gertrudis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Santa Gertrudis School's student population of 406 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Gertrudis School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Gertrudis School is 0.38, 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
#680 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
18%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Gertrudis School's ranking?
Santa Gertrudis School is ranked #680 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Santa Gertrudis School?
406 students attend Santa Gertrudis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Santa Gertrudis School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Gertrudis School?
Santa Gertrudis School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Santa Gertrudis School offer ?
Santa Gertrudis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Santa Gertrudis School part of?
Santa Gertrudis School is part of Santa Gertrudis ISD School District.
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