Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Southwood Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwood Valley Elementary School's student population of 656 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
We see the potential in every student and staff member through building relationships with the school community.
School Rankings
Southwood Valley 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 Southwood Valley Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
37%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwood Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Southwood Valley Elementary School is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Southwood Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Southwood Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Knoll Elementary School, Pebble Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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 Southwood Valley Elementary School?
656 students attend Southwood Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Southwood Valley Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwood Valley Elementary School?
Southwood Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwood Valley Elementary School offer ?
Southwood Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Southwood Valley Elementary School part of?
Southwood Valley Elementary School is part of College Station Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwood Valley Elementary School located?
Southwood Valley Elementary School is located in the Southwood Valley neighborhood of College Station, TX.
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