Serving 598 students in grades 4-5, Sulphur Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sulphur Springs Elementary's attendance zone spans the entire district, covering approximately 257.9 square miles in Sulphur Springs, TX. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.9 miles and the furthest edge located 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sulphur Springs Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sulphur Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sulphur Springs Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2008 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-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 Sulphur Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School is ranked #2008 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sulphur Springs Elementary School?
598 students attend Sulphur Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sulphur Springs Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sulphur Springs Elementary School?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sulphur Springs Elementary School offer ?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Sulphur Springs Elementary School part of?
Sulphur Springs Elementary School is part of Sulphur Springs Independent School District.
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