Serving 326 students in grades 1-2, Tatom 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30% in TX)
- Attendance Zone: TATOM EL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Monahans, TX, encompassing approximately 500 square miles. Families may typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 20 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 29 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tatom Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tatom Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
71%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tatom Elementary School?
326 students attend Tatom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Tatom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tatom Elementary School?
Tatom Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tatom Elementary School offer ?
Tatom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Tatom Elementary School part of?
Tatom Elementary School is part of Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District.
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