Serving 382 students in grades 3-5, Shallowater Intermediate 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Shallowater Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Shallowater school district, covering approximately 75.5 square miles in Shallowater, TX. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the furthest edge of the zone, which is about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shallowater Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shallowater Intermediate School's student population of 382 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shallowater Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shallowater Intermediate School is 0.47, 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
#580 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
31%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
66%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shallowater Intermediate School's ranking?
Shallowater Intermediate School is ranked #580 out of 8,096 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shallowater Intermediate School?
382 students attend Shallowater Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Shallowater Intermediate School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shallowater Intermediate School?
Shallowater Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shallowater Intermediate School offer ?
Shallowater Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Shallowater Intermediate School part of?
Shallowater Intermediate School is part of Shallowater Independent School District.
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