Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seele Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Seele Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seele Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seele Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1418 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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 Seele Elementary School's ranking?
Seele Elementary School is ranked #1418 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Seele Elementary School often compared to?
Seele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodwin Frazier Elementary School, Startzville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Seele Elementary School?
284 students attend Seele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Seele Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seele Elementary School?
Seele Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seele Elementary School offer ?
Seele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Seele Elementary School part of?
Seele Elementary School is part of New Braunfels Independent School District.
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